2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Cresta would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Toyota Cresta (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Subaru Legacy | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Legacy | Cresta |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2455 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |