2000 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 433 kg more than 2000 De Tomaso Guara.

Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 De Tomaso Guara. 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, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2000 De Tomaso Guara 2006 Subaru Legacy
Make De Tomaso Subaru
Model Guara Legacy
Year Released 2000 2006
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4601 cc 2458 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 301 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 413 Nm 229 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1200 kg 1633 kg
Vehicle Length 4200 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2680 mm


 

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