1999 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 2,463 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 117 kg more than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jeep Wrangler | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | Wrangler | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2463 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 64 L |
