1999 Lexus RX vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 1999 Lexus RX and 1999 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus RX (220 HP) has 66 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (154 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus RX weights approximately 920 kg more than 1999 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lexus RX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Lexus RX (301 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (219 Nm). This means 1999 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lexus RX | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Lexus | Subaru |
| Model | RX | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 154 HP |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
