2006 Lancia Thesis vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Thesis (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 232 kg more than 2009 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lancia Thesis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Lancia Thesis (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lancia Thesis | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Lancia | Subaru |
Model | Thesis | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |