2001 Subaru Legacy vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Legacy (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 450 kg more than 1996 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Subaru Legacy (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Corolla. 2001 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Subaru Legacy | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Legacy | Corolla |
Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |