1999 Infiniti I vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Infiniti I would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1999 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Infiniti I weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Infiniti I. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Infiniti I | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Infiniti | Subaru |
Model | I | Legacy |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 243 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 327 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |