2009 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Accent is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Subaru Legacy 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 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Accent. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Accent.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai Accent. 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 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Accent. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Accent. 2010 Hyundai Accent 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. 2010 Hyundai Accent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Legacy | 2010 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Subaru | Hyundai |
| Model | Legacy | Accent |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1699 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
