2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2006 Subaru Legacy and 2006 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (163 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S60. (162 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 115 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 S60. 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.
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2006 Subaru Legacy | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Subaru | Volvo |
Model | Legacy | S60 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 162 HP |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |