1999 Subaru Legacy vs. 2000 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2000 Toyota Altezza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Altezza. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Altezza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 299 kg more than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
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, 2000 Toyota Altezza (610 Nm) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Subaru Legacy | 2000 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Legacy | Altezza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1614 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
