2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 1999 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Forester would be higher. Both 2003 Subaru Legacy and 1999 Subaru Forester are equipped with a 1,994 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (178 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Forester weights approximately 25 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Subaru Legacy | 1999 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Legacy | Forester |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |