1999 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 400 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Astro | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Astro | Legacy |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2560 mm |