2000 Subaru Legacy vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 5 kg more than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2000 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Subaru Legacy | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
Model | Legacy | Golf |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |