2004 Subaru Legacy vs. 1999 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (165 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 338 kg more than 1999 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy (225 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Subaru Legacy | 1999 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Legacy | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
