2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2006 Subaru Legacy and 2006 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (268 HP) has 105 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo S80. 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 Volvo S80 (380 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Legacy | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | Legacy | S80 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2920 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
