2000 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Astro (184 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 342 kg more than 2012 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, 2000 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Astro | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Astro | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1553 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
