1999 Subaru Legacy vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy 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. Both 1999 Subaru Legacy and 2006 Subaru Legacy are equipped with a 1,992 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 318 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.
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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy. 2006 Subaru Legacy 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. 2006 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Subaru Legacy | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Legacy | Legacy |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |