2009 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Optra and 2009 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (163 HP) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Optra. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Optra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Optra weights approximately 950 kg more than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Optra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Optra. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Optra.
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2009 Chevrolet Optra | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Optra | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 163 HP |
Torque | 151 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |