2006 Chrysler Neon vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler Neon 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Neon. (131 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Neon weights approximately 185 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 Chrysler Neon. 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 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Neon. (178 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Neon | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | Neon | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 64 L |
