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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (105 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 151 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (145 Nm @ 4100 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 | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 14.4 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 | 1407 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 | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |