2011 Subaru Legacy vs. 2000 Acura EL
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura EL 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 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2000 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura EL.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Acura EL. 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 (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Subaru Legacy | 2000 Acura EL | |
Make | Subaru | Acura |
Model | Legacy | EL |
Year Released | 2011 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4735 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1704 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1506 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2619 mm |