2006 Lexus GS vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Lexus GS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus GS (245 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus GS weights approximately 165 kg more than 2000 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 Lexus GS (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus GS | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Lexus | Subaru |
| Model | GS | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
