2009 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. (234 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Impala | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Impala | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
