2009 Subaru Legacy vs. 2001 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Forester would be higher. Both 2009 Subaru Legacy and 2001 Subaru Forester are equipped with a 1,994 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Forester. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 65 kg more than 2001 Subaru Forester. 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 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Forester. 2001 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2009 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2009 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Legacy | 2001 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Legacy | Forester |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
