1999 Subaru Legacy vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 is newer by 14 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, 2013 BMW X3 (237 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X3 weights approximately 355 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.
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, 2013 BMW X3 (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy. 2013 BMW X3 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. 2013 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Subaru Legacy | 2013 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | Legacy | X3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2098 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 67 L |
