2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Highlander (287 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander 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 Highlander | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Legacy | Highlander |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |