2011 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2012 Toyota Matrix is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Matrix. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Matrix.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Matrix. 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 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Matrix. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Matrix. 2012 Toyota Matrix has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Matrix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Subaru Legacy | 2012 Toyota Matrix | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Legacy | Matrix |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4775 mm | 4366 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1535 mm | 1549 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.3 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |