2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 175 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
Model | Santa Fe | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |