2009 Hyundai Getz 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 Hyundai Getz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Getz would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Getz. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 470 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Getz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Getz. 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 (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Getz. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Getz.
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2009 Hyundai Getz | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
Model | Getz | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |