1999 Lotus Esprit 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 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus Esprit (349 HP) has 107 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 801 kg more than 1999 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lotus Esprit. 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 Lotus Esprit (351 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lotus Esprit | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Lotus | Subaru |
Model | Esprit | Legacy |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 349 HP | 242 HP |
Torque | 351 Nm | 297 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 276 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2680 mm |