2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 6 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 253 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 480 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet SSR | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | SSR | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1535 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 65 L |