2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 63 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 PT Cruiser. 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 Chrysler PT Cruiser (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
Model | PT Cruiser | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 64 L |