2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 184 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 453 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Tahoe | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1535 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |