1994 Saab 9000 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 9000 (210 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Saab 9000 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Saab 9000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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, 1994 Saab 9000 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Saab 9000 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Saab | Subaru |
Model | 9000 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |