2006 Land Rover Defender vs. 1996 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 672 kg more than 1996 Subaru Legacy.
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 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (210 Nm). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Legacy. 1996 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2006 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2006 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Defender | 1996 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Land Rover | Subaru |
| Model | Defender | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2501 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2082 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
