1999 Subaru Outback vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Outback would be higher. Both 1999 Subaru Outback and 2008 Subaru Legacy are equipped with a 2,457 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 118 kg more than 1999 Subaru Outback. 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, 2008 Subaru Legacy (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Outback. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Subaru Outback | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Outback | Legacy |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |