2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester 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. Both 2006 Subaru Legacy and 2008 Subaru Forester are equipped with a 2,457 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (173 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
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. 2006 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2008 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2008 Subaru Forester 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.
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2006 Subaru Legacy | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Legacy | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 173 HP |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |