2006 Saturn ION vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saturn ION. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saturn ION would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn ION weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Saturn ION. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Saturn ION (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Saturn ION | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Saturn | Subaru |
Model | ION | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 64 L |