2006 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Captiva 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 2,403 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (163 HP) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 485 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy. 2006 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet Captiva has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Captiva | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Captiva | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2403 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
