2001 Subaru Legacy vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 45 kg more than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 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 (177 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Subaru Legacy | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Legacy | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1760 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
