2008 Scion xD vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Scion xD is newer by 9 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Scion xD. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2008 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 424 kg more than 2008 Scion xD. 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 2008 Scion xD. 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 (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Scion xD. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Scion xD | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Scion | Subaru |
| Model | xD | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 64 L |
