2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 7 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 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1999 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 Chrysler 300 (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | 300 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
