1998 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 13 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 13 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 957 kg more than 1998 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1998 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Caddy. 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, 1998 Subaru Legacy (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Subaru Legacy | 2011 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Legacy | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
