1998 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 167 kg more than 1998 Subaru Legacy. 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 2011 Volkswagen CC. 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, 2011 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Subaru Legacy | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Legacy | CC |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1517 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1417 mm |
