2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 280 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. 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 Tahoe (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
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2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Tahoe | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |