2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Legacy 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 (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (176 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 33 kg more than 2007 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 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Subaru Legacy | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Legacy | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |