2001 Lexus LX vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Lexus LX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus LX weights approximately 797 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
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, 2001 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lexus LX | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Lexus | Subaru |
Model | LX | Legacy |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |