1999 Subaru Legacy vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 6 kg more than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
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 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (220 Nm). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Subaru Legacy | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Legacy | Golf |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
