1989 Subaru Legacy vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 106 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (189 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Subaru Legacy | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Legacy | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2211 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1204 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
