2012 Subaru Legacy vs. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara (164 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 112 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Subaru Legacy | 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
Model | Legacy | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4775 mm | 3865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1535 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.3 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |