2009 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Stavic 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Stavic. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Stavic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 413 kg more than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 SsangYong Stavic. 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, 2010 SsangYong Stavic (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy. 2010 SsangYong Stavic 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 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Legacy | 2010 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Subaru | SsangYong |
| Model | Legacy | Stavic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.2 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
