2009 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1995 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2009 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Terracan (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1995 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 805 kg more than 1995 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Legacy. 2009 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 1995 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1995 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Hyundai Terracan 1995 Subaru Legacy
Make Hyundai Subaru
Model Terracan Legacy
Year Released 2009 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2902 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 2155 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1410 mm


 

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