2009 Subaru Impreza vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Legacy would be higher. Both 2009 Subaru Impreza and 2008 Subaru Legacy are equipped with a 2,457 cc engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 148 kg more than 2008 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 Subaru Impreza (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Legacy.
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2009 Subaru Impreza | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Impreza | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 231 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.2 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |