2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, both 2006 Subaru Legacy and 2006 Volkswagen Transporter were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (163 HP) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. 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 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Subaru Legacy | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
Model | Legacy | Transporter |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 187 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 18.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |