2007 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 8 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 3 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Nubira. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Nubira. 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 2007 Chevrolet Nubira. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Nubira. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Nubira | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Nubira | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
