2006 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2002 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Wrangler (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 255 kg more than 2002 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 Jeep Wrangler (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Wrangler | 2002 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | Wrangler | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2640 mm |
