2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 179 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai i30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai i30 | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
Model | i30 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1591 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |