2006 Acura MDX vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura MDX weights approximately 260 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 Acura MDX (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (177 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura MDX | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Acura | Subaru |
Model | MDX | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |