1999 AC Ace vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 AC Ace would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Ace (351 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 608 kg more than 1999 AC Ace.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 AC Ace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 AC Ace (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy. 2006 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1999 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1999 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Ace | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | AC | Subaru |
| Model | Ace | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
