2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 1998 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Sienna (189 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 183 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1998 Toyota Sienna (279 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 1998 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Subaru Legacy | 1998 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Legacy | Sienna |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 279 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 87.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1522 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |