2000 Subaru Legacy vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 600 kg more than 2000 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Subaru Legacy | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Legacy | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |