2009 Subaru Legacy vs. 2001 Subaru Outback
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 Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Outback weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 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 Legacy (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Outback. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Outback. 2001 Subaru Outback 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 Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Subaru Legacy | 2001 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Legacy | Outback |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 243 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 327 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |