2009 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 840 kg more than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
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 (300 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (220 Nm). This means 2009 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy. 2009 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 1999 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1999 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 | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
| Model | Terracan | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
