2009 Subaru Legacy vs. 2007 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 SsangYong Actyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 SsangYong Actyon would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Actyon. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 139 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 (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Actyon. 2009 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2007 SsangYong Actyon has manual transmission. 2007 SsangYong Actyon 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 | 2007 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Subaru | SsangYong |
| Model | Legacy | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2455 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
