1995 Subaru Legacy vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1995 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1995 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Legacy. 2007 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 1995 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1995 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Subaru Legacy | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Legacy | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |