2006 Lexus RX vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Lexus RX 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 3,308 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus RX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (206 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 63 kg more than 2006 Lexus RX.
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 RX (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (282 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus RX | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Lexus | Subaru |
| Model | RX | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3308 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 282 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
