2005 Saturn Vue vs. 1996 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Saturn Vue is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn Vue (143 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (115 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn Vue weights approximately 206 kg more than 1996 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Saturn Vue (206 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saturn Vue | 1996 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Saturn | Subaru |
| Model | Vue | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1556 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
