2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 528 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. 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 (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Subaru Legacy | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
Model | Legacy | Polo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |