1998 Subaru Legacy vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 29 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1998 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Legacy. 2007 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 1998 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1998 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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