1999 Hyundai Lantra 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 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 381 kg more than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. 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 Hyundai Lantra. 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Lantra | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
| Model | Lantra | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
