2006 Chevrolet Epica vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Epica 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Epica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Epica. (154 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Epica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Epica weights approximately 145 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 Epica. 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 Epica (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Epica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Epica | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Epica | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
