2006 Subaru Impreza vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 60 kg more than 2009 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 Subaru Impreza (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Impreza | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Impreza | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
