2009 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 9 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. (290 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. 2009 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 2012 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2012 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Impala | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Impala | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
