2009 Toyota Hilux vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Hilux. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 201 kg more than 2011 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Hilux. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Hilux | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Toyota | Subaru |
Model | Hilux | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1483 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |