2000 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 10 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 212 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (319 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Subaru Legacy | 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Legacy | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1404 mm |
