2008 Subaru Legacy vs. 1999 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 778 kg more than 1999 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Legacy (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Legacy | 1999 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Legacy | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
