1991 Subaru Legacy vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander

To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1991 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1991 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 105 kg more than 1991 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Subaru Legacy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Subaru Legacy. (164 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Subaru Legacy 2007 Toyota Highlander
Make Subaru Toyota
Model Legacy Highlander
Year Released 1991 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 3311 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Horse Power 114 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 164 Nm 301 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 1150 kg 1255 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2720 mm


 

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