2002 Subaru Legacy vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 230 kg more than 2000 Toyota Corolla. 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 2000 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2002 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Subaru Legacy | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Legacy | Corolla |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2480 mm |