2006 Renault Clio vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2006 Renault Clio 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 285 kg more than 2006 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Renault Clio 1999 Subaru Legacy
Make Renault Subaru
Model Clio Legacy
Year Released 2006 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1390 cc 1992 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 97 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 127 Nm 176 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1030 kg 1315 kg
Vehicle Length 3780 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2640 mm


 

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