1997 Lexus LS vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lexus LS would be higher. At 3,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lexus LS (280 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (250 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lexus LS weights approximately 177 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Lexus LS. 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, 1997 Lexus LS (398 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lexus LS | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Lexus | Subaru |
| Model | LS | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 398 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |
