2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Zafira would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 190 kg more than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Legacy | 1999 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Subaru | Vauxhall |
| Model | Legacy | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
