1999 Subaru Legacy vs. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 8 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 851 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, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton 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. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Subaru Legacy | 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Legacy | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 2166 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3010 mm |
