2009 Subaru Legacy vs. 2001 Suzuki Covie
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Covie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Covie 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 173 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Covie. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Covie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 685 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Covie. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Suzuki Covie. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Covie. (178 Nm). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Covie.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Legacy | 2001 Suzuki Covie | |
| Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
| Model | Legacy | Covie |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1327 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | electric |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 2950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
