2002 Eagle Talon vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2002 Eagle Talon is newer by 3 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, 2002 Eagle Talon (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 90 kg more than 2002 Eagle Talon.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Eagle Talon. 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, 2002 Eagle Talon (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy. 1999 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2002 Eagle Talon has manual transmission. 2002 Eagle Talon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Eagle Talon | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Eagle | Subaru |
| Model | Talon | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
