2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, both 2006 Subaru Legacy and 2006 Toyota Highlander were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (215 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 303 kg more than 2006 Toyota Highlander. 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 Legacy (310 Nm @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Subaru Legacy | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Legacy | Highlander |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 215 HP |
Torque | 310 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |