1999 Subaru Legacy vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Subaru Outback 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Outback weights approximately 123 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 Outback (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy. 2006 Subaru Outback 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 Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Subaru Legacy | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Legacy | Outback |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
