2006 Lincoln LS vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln LS weights approximately 186 kg more than 2008 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2008 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lincoln LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Lincoln LS (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lincoln LS | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Lincoln | Subaru |
| Model | LS | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1711 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |
