2004 Skoda Superb vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Skoda Superb is newer by 5 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Superb. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Superb. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Superb weights approximately 173 kg more than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Skoda Superb. 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, 1999 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Superb. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Superb.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Skoda Superb | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Skoda | Subaru |
| Model | Superb | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2640 mm |
