2009 Saturn Vue vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue is newer by 10 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Vue (257 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 181 kg more than 2009 Saturn Vue.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Saturn Vue. 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, 2009 Saturn Vue (337 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy. 2009 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 1999 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1999 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Saturn Vue | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Saturn | Subaru |
Model | Vue | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 337 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |