1999 Holden Berlina vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Holden Berlina. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 Subaru Legacy.

Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Holden Berlina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Holden Berlina (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Holden Berlina 2007 Subaru Legacy
Make Holden Subaru
Model Berlina Legacy
Year Released 1999 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3790 cc 2456 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 229 HP 243 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 375 Nm 327 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1600 kg 1580 kg
Vehicle Length 4970 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2680 mm


 

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