1995 Saab 900 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Saab 900 (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Saab 900. 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, 1995 Saab 900 (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Saab 900 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Saab | Subaru |
| Model | 900 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
