2009 Subaru Legacy vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 4 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (319 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 82 kg more than 2009 Subaru Legacy. 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 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy. 2009 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2013 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro 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.
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2009 Subaru Legacy | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Subaru | Chevrolet |
Model | Legacy | Camaro |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2455 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 319 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.2 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |