1999 Subaru Legacy vs. 2005 Suzuki Reno

To start off, 2005 Suzuki Reno is newer by 6 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Reno. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Reno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Reno. 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 2005 Suzuki Reno. 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 Subaru Legacy (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Reno. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Reno. 2005 Suzuki Reno 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. 2005 Suzuki Reno will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Subaru Legacy 2005 Suzuki Reno
Make Subaru Suzuki
Model Legacy Reno
Year Released 1999 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2457 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 154 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 219 Nm 179 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 99.5 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1510 kg 1260 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2490 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 55 L


 

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