2006 Acura RL vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 2006 Acura RL and 2006 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 127 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura RL weights approximately 65 kg more than 2006 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.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura RL | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Acura | Subaru |
Model | RL | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 163 HP |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
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 | 1575 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 64 L |