1994 GMC Typhoon vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 GMC Typhoon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 GMC Typhoon would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 325 kg more than 2000 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - 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, 1994 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1994 GMC Typhoon | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | GMC | Subaru |
Model | Typhoon | Legacy |
Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4298 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |