2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet SSR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet SSR would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 312 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.

Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet SSR 2007 Subaru Legacy
Make Chevrolet Subaru
Model SSR Legacy
Year Released 2006 2007
Body Type Pickup Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5965 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 401 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 542 Nm 187 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.9:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1078 kg 1390 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 64 L


 

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