2001 Renault Laguna vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2001 Renault Laguna 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Laguna (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Laguna weights approximately 75 kg more than 1999 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2001 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Renault Laguna | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Laguna | Legacy |
Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |