2007 Jeep Compass vs. 1996 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Jeep Compass is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Compass (180 HP @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Compass weights approximately 250 kg more than 1996 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Jeep Compass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2007 Jeep Compass (488 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jeep Compass | 1996 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Jeep | Subaru |
Model | Compass | Legacy |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2397 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 1750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |