2000 Subaru Legacy vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (206 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 35 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 Sharan. 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 (282 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Subaru Legacy | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Legacy | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.2 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
