1994 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 420 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (135 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1994 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 BMW X6 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Legacy. 2010 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 1994 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1994 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Subaru Legacy | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | Legacy | X6 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |
