2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Corolla would be higher. Both 2006 Subaru Legacy and 2001 Toyota Corolla are equipped with a 1,994 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 408 kg more than 2001 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 2001 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 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (215 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Corolla. 2006 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Subaru Legacy | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Legacy | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2480 mm |