1999 AC Aceca vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 260 kg more than 2004 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Aceca | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | AC | Subaru |
| Model | Aceca | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
