1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 255 kg more than 2012 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Silverado (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2012 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2012 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Silverado | Legacy |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5327 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2750 mm |