2006 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 05-Sep (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 250 kg more than 2004 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Saab 05-Sep (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Saab 05-Sep | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Saab | Subaru |
Model | 05-Sep | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2290 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |