2000 Subaru Legacy vs. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 585 kg more than 2000 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy. 2000 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton has manual transmission. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Subaru Legacy | 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Legacy | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2890 mm |
