Legacy or Camry?

Question

Would you buy a Subaru Legacy or Toyota Camry

which would you get and why

Answer 1

camry for reliability, plus they don't look to shabby lately.

Answer 2

I'd jump on the Camry SE model if you like a little stiffer suspension with a lot less body roll in the corners.

I've driven the two wheel drive Fusion and found the four cylinder motor noisy. The cabin has too much plastic even with the leather seats and the steering wheel does not telescope in and out. If you're a tall person and prefer the steering wheel adjusted down the GD ignition key plunges directly into your right knee. The standard version handles very well but Ford has never jumped on the band wagon and offered any kind of sport suspension upgrade.
The Toyota 4 cylinder motor is much quieter and the overhead camshafts are chain driven. The steering column telescopes as well as up and down. The cabin is tighter, quieter and the cloth front bucket seats are more supportive.
If you want to whole hog and opt. for the 6 cylinder motor it has 50 more horsepower than the Fusion 6 cyl. motor. The fuel economy on both 6 motors is the same. Toyota brakes feel better overall and do not leave the usual red / brown brake dust on the aluminum wheels. They are organic based brake pads and will not chew the brake rotors to pieces.

I'd like to toss in a completely different new model for you . The Chevy Malibu has been totally re-designed and up-graded the base motor is stronger than the Fusion or the Toyota. The V-6 option is more powerful than both of the others. The body style is a ringer for the Toyota Camry. The grille copies the Chevy Impalla. The transmission is a 6 speed instead of the five in the other two cars. The warranty is 100,000 miles or five years on the powertrain,- 40,000 miles more than Ford or Toyota.
Its a sad fact but very true than OEM parts from Ford Chrysler and GM cost a ton less than any off-shore owned company. Walk into the Subaru or Toyota dealership and ask the price of a new alternator, starter, transmission, half shafts, brakes wheel bearings, power steering racks or other major part. The costs are simply outrageous!

Answer 3

I haven't compared recent models, features, etc.

However, older Camrys back to 1985 are still drivable and the cost to repair them is low.

I recently looked at a 1997 Subaru. JUNK. The upholstery was frayed, the paint was peeling, The seating was uncomfortable.

I know someone who paid $3200 to rebuild a Subaru automatic transmission, then paid $3200 a year later to build it a second time.

One of the great features of Toyotas is you can get replacement engines from Japan for under $400. Most garages know how to swap engines.

The choice might be 4cyl or 6cyl. I prefer 4cyl because it is easier to fix and gas economy is higher.

What do I like about Subaru -- if it's in good shape?
> Utility of small wagon
> Better traction in the snow belt

What do I dislike about Camry?
> Everyone has one. Less status.
> I'm bored with the styling.
> Good but not great handling and suspension.

New Camry's or Subarus or Nissan Altimas have better styling. And, believe it or not, HYUNDAI has some decent cars.

Answer 4

Get a Toyota Camry. It is a nice car. They are very good cars. I personally own a 2007 Camry SE with 36 Solid MPG. It is a wonder how a car with that quality and durable-ness (if that's a word) combined with extreme luxury and great looks can get such Excellent Mileage. Camry all the way

Answer 5

i used to own a legacy and never had any major problems. however i actually rented a Toyota Avalon and given the specs for each i would go with a Camry all around! it all depends on what you are looking to do...have more luxury due to a name or save money in the long run?look at the specs for both and find out which is more cost effective for what you want..both are good cars..good luck!

Answer 6

Camry, it never gets out of style, cheap repair, maintenance costs. Legacy on the other hand, is kind of ugly, plus the inside isn't as nice as a camry, depends what you like.

Answer 7

depends. if its a new car, then camry because the newer subaru car models suck. but if its a used car, i would buy the legacy. even better, if possible, buy a subaru impreza 1999 or civic because they are good in performance and durability

Answer 8

What's important to YOU?

Cost of maintenance/cost of ownership for several years, including higher resale value ==> Camry

Traction on slippery pavement and utility of a small station wagon ==> Subaru

Answer 9

I wouldnt buy either one. If I was in the market for a midsize sedan I would go with either the Saturn Aura or the Ford Fusion. I might even check out the Chrysler Sebring. The quality and reliablity will be equal to or better then the two you listed and they have much more attractive styling, especally the Aura. If you want AWD, go with the Fusion.