1999 Subaru Legacy vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 9 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 390 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. 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, 1999 Subaru Legacy (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Subaru Legacy | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
Model | Legacy | Jimny |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 69.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |