1999 Subaru Legacy vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Fortuner (235 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (154 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Fortuner should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 260 kg more than 2006 Toyota Fortuner.
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 Toyota Fortuner (343 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (219 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Subaru Legacy | 2006 Toyota Fortuner | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Legacy | Fortuner |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 235 HP |
Torque | 219 Nm | 343 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |