2009 Subaru Legacy vs. 2002 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 893 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Swift. 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 2002 Suzuki Swift. 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 (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Swift. (77 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Swift. 2009 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2002 Suzuki Swift has manual transmission. 2002 Suzuki Swift will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Legacy | 2002 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
| Model | Legacy | Swift |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
