1999 Subaru Legacy vs. 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero is newer by 7 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 6,340 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,187 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 1064 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 65 kg more than 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero. 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, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,113 Nm @ 6200 RPM) has 937 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Subaru Legacy | 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
| Make | Subaru | SSC |
| Model | Legacy | Ultimate Aero |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 6340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 1187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 1113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1090 mm |
