1995 Acura Legend vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend.

Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Acura Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Acura Legend 2006 Subaru Legacy
Make Acura Subaru
Model Legend Legacy
Year Released 1995 2006
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3206 cc 2456 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 200 HP 250 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 339 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 64 L


 

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