2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (78 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 443 kg more than 2002 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 2002 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 (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (147 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Subaru Legacy | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Legacy | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |