2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 402 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Quantum. 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 @ 2400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Quantum. 2006 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Quantum has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Quantum will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Legacy | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Legacy | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 20.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
