1999 Subaru Legacy vs. 2002 Acura CL

To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 3 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 265 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 2002 Acura CL. 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, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy. 2002 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 1999 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1999 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Subaru Legacy 2002 Acura CL
Make Subaru Acura
Model Legacy CL
Year Released 1999 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1992 cc 3210 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 123 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6900 RPM
Torque 176 Nm 315 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1315 kg 1580 kg
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2580 mm


 

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