1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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 Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 435 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.

Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Chevrolet Trans Sport (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy. 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 2005 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2005 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport 2005 Subaru Legacy
Make Chevrolet Subaru
Model Trans Sport Legacy
Year Released 1999 2005
Body Type Minivan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3350 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 183 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 286 Nm 176 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84.1 mm 75 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 1315 kg
Vehicle Length 5120 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1810 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2680 mm


 

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