2009 Subaru Legacy vs. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 63 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. 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 Malibu (244 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
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2009 Subaru Legacy | 2013 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | Subaru | Chevrolet |
Model | Legacy | Malibu |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2455 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.2 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 101 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2738 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |