2005 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Magna 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Magna (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Magna.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Magna. 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 Mitsubishi Magna (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Magna | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Magna | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
