2000 Subaru Legacy vs. 2008 Toyota iQ

To start off, 2008 Toyota iQ is newer by 8 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2008 Toyota iQ. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 550 kg more than 2008 Toyota iQ. 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 2008 Toyota iQ. 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, 2000 Subaru Legacy (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota iQ. (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota iQ.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Subaru Legacy 2008 Toyota iQ
Make Subaru Toyota
Model Legacy iQ
Year Released 2000 2008
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 153 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 196 Nm 98 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4800 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1410 kg 860 kg
Vehicle Length 4610 mm 2985 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2000 mm


 

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