1989 Subaru Legacy vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 852 kg more than 1989 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Touareg (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (188 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1989 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1989 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Subaru Legacy | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
Model | Legacy | Touareg |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2212 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 2229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |