2001 Subaru Legacy vs. 1999 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2001 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Camry 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 91 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Camry. (126 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 165 kg more than 1999 Toyota Camry. 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 1999 Toyota Camry. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Camry. (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Subaru Legacy | 1999 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Legacy | Camry |
Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |