2000 Subaru Legacy vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 9 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 2,460 cc, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (173 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 40 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Subaru Legacy | 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Legacy | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2460 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |
