2012 Subaru Legacy vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 123 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Subaru Legacy | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Legacy | Impreza |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4775 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1948 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2645 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |