2009 GMC Savana vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 GMC Savana 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 4,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 GMC Savana. (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Savana weights approximately 970 kg more than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Savana. 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Savana. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Savana. 2009 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 GMC Savana | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | GMC | Subaru |
Model | Savana | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 243 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 327 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2550 kg | 1580 kg |