2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 2007 TVR Sagaris
To start off, 2007 TVR Sagaris 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 TVR Sagaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 TVR Sagaris (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 TVR Sagaris should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 200 kg more than 2007 TVR Sagaris.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 TVR Sagaris. 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 TVR Sagaris (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 TVR Sagaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Legacy | 2007 TVR Sagaris | |
| Make | Subaru | TVR |
| Model | Legacy | Sagaris |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
