2001 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu YRV. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 510 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Subaru Legacy (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu YRV. (170 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu YRV. 2001 Daihatsu YRV has automatic transmission and 1999 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1999 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Daihatsu YRV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu YRV | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | YRV | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 64 L |
