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 5 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (201 HP @ 3400 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. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 425 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. 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 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (265 Nm @ 3400 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 | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 206 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 282 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1185 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 |