2007 Jeep Patriot vs. 1991 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Jeep Patriot is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1991 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1991 Subaru Legacy.
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, 2007 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Subaru Legacy. (164 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Patriot | 1991 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | Patriot | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2590 mm |
