2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari 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 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 425 kg more 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. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Subaru Legacy | 2008 Tata Safari | |
Make | Subaru | Tata |
Model | Legacy | Safari |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |