2006 Acura RL vs. 1996 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Acura RL is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP) has 135 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (155 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura RL weights approximately 165 kg more than 1996 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 RL (347 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (210 Nm). This means 2006 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RL | 1996 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Acura | Subaru |
| Model | RL | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2530 mm |
