2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 1995 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 378 kg more than 1995 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Corolla. 1995 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2006 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2006 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Legacy | 1995 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Legacy | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
