2000 Audi Steppenwolf vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Audi Steppenwolf is newer by 1 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi Steppenwolf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi Steppenwolf (222 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi Steppenwolf should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi Steppenwolf weights approximately 445 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, 2000 Audi Steppenwolf (320 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (219 Nm). This means 2000 Audi Steppenwolf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy. 1999 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi Steppenwolf has manual transmission. 2000 Audi Steppenwolf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi Steppenwolf | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | Steppenwolf | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
