2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 2006 Volvo C70
To start off, both 2006 Subaru Legacy and 2006 Volvo C70 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Volvo C70. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo C70 weights approximately 99 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo C70. 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) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo C70. (270 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo C70. 2006 Volvo C70 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. 2006 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Subaru Legacy | 2006 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Subaru | Volvo |
Model | Legacy | C70 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 310 Nm | 270 Nm |
Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 1657 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |