bobthefish001 Posted May 11, 2006 Share Posted May 11, 2006 im lookin to get a used 2.5i soon but im a little worried about the speed. right now im driving a 99 forester l, how much quicker do you think the legacy is compared to the forester. id love to get a gt but im not about to be paying that much for the gas. also how do the aftermarket performance mods look for the 2.5i? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CreoSTi Posted May 11, 2006 Share Posted May 11, 2006 I'd venture to guess that the Legacy 2.5i will probably accelerate the same as your Forester, since it's only a ~10hp difference. I'm not sure about gearing between the two models, though. Best bet would be to go test drive one, and see for yourself. -Mike- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WhatV8 Posted May 11, 2006 Share Posted May 11, 2006 Seat of the pants...my '06 2.5i Legacy is quicker than my wife's '02 Forester. The perception is the same to both my wife and myself. This could be easily influenced by the sound/feel/height difference between the two vehicles, so YMMV. Check the performance numbers recorded by various magazines, if you can find them, to see which is 'faster' would be the most definative way about it. Otherwise you have the option pointed out by CreoSTi, test drive them back to back on the same test loop of your choice. I too chose the 2.5i for economy reasons. Luckily I don't have to worry about having a daily racer, for that I just jump into my '86 SVO Mustang and don't mind paying $5.20/gal 100 unleaded for the couple thousand miles I put on it each year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AWDDAD Posted May 12, 2006 Share Posted May 12, 2006 bobthefish where ya located?? ...when death calls, Im good. I got caller ID. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobthefish001 Posted May 13, 2006 Author Share Posted May 13, 2006 south jersey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wingman25 Posted May 13, 2006 Share Posted May 13, 2006 I went to pick up a bike yesterday from the local sports store - the stupid seat doesn't fold down in the sedan so i had to go back and get my Van. if luggage is ever a frequent concern think about the Leggy Wagon or the forester. <edit> oh well - didn't notice u were driving a wagon already - so you know better probably </edit> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DEI99662 Posted May 13, 2006 Share Posted May 13, 2006 I went to pick up a bike yesterday from the local sports store - the stupid seat doesn't fold down in the sedan so i had to go back and get my Van. if luggage is ever a frequent concern think about the Leggy Wagon or the forester. <edit> oh well - didn't notice u were driving a wagon already - so you know better probably </edit> What bike did you get? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wingman25 Posted May 14, 2006 Share Posted May 14, 2006 a cheap little nakamura Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sponge Posted May 14, 2006 Share Posted May 14, 2006 Agreed w/above when I bought my 2.5i and it was between it and a Forester. The Legacy seems to be a bit quicker I think it may have to do with the dual exhaust... Legacy will out handle it too My vB Gallery Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobthefish001 Posted May 14, 2006 Author Share Posted May 14, 2006 good handling is another big concern of mine. i love how the forester drives but its got a bit too much body roll for me and im not a fan of how high it is. i need something with a lower center of gravity Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gt_ltd Posted May 14, 2006 Share Posted May 14, 2006 i need something with a lower center of gravity you need a subaru! what kind of mileage do you get on your Forester L? have you considered the 2007 LGT (Wagon) with SI-Drive? This Space For Rent Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobthefish001 Posted May 16, 2006 Author Share Posted May 16, 2006 the forester gets around 25 consistantly but i dont do much highway driving. also its an automatic and i cant stand driving automatic anymore. my next car will deffinatly be a stick. think the 2.5i is worth it or should i go for a lgt? i dont want to be paying premium but if the lgt doesnt get that bad mileage i think it could be worth it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turboliberty Posted May 17, 2006 Share Posted May 17, 2006 The N/A Forester is a dog compared to any other Subaru. Comparing the two 06 models side by side I opted for the 2.5i Legacy. It felt sportier and quicker right off the bat. The Legacy is also better on fuel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
05SubFXT Posted May 22, 2006 Share Posted May 22, 2006 I went to pick up a bike yesterday from the local sports store - the stupid seat doesn't fold down in the sedan so i had to go back and get my Van. if luggage is ever a frequent concern think about the Leggy Wagon or the forester. <edit> oh well - didn't notice u were driving a wagon already - so you know better probably </edit> Thats why I traded my wrx sedan in for my forester. No I don't think i'll ever want a sedan again, only wagons. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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