2009 Subaru Legacy vs. 2001 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Camry. (157 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 Toyota Camry. 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 Toyota Camry. 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, 2001 Toyota Camry (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Legacy | 2001 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Legacy | Camry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
