2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1998 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1187 kg more than 1998 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 1998 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Express | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1410 mm |