1999 Renault Safrane vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Safrane (191 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (171 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Safrane weights approximately 38 kg more than 2013 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Renault Safrane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Renault Safrane (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Renault Safrane | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Safrane | Legacy |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1505 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |