1996 Citroen Saxo vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Saxo would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 380 kg more than 1996 Citroen Saxo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Citroen Saxo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Saxo | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | Saxo | Legacy |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 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 | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2640 mm |