2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 2008 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 2 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W 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 2008 SsangYong Chairman W. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Legacy | 2008 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Subaru | SsangYong |
| Model | Legacy | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
