2002 Subaru Legacy vs. 1999 Volvo V70
To start off, 2002 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,318 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo V70 (236 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo V70 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2002 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1999 Volvo V70 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Subaru Legacy | 1999 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | Legacy | V70 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
