2000 Subaru Legacy vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander

To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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 3,308 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 25 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.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (177 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander 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 Highlander
Make Subaru Toyota
Model Legacy Highlander
Year Released 2000 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 3308 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Horse Power 123 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 177 Nm 301 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 1315 kg 1340 kg
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2720 mm


 

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