2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 775 kg more than 2000 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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (197 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2000 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2000 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Suburban | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5963 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 64 L |