2005 Infiniti I vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Infiniti I is newer by 6 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Infiniti I. 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, 2005 Infiniti I (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti I | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Infiniti | Subaru |
| Model | I | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
