2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 2009 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2009 Renault Koleos is newer by 3 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Koleos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP) has 94 more horse power than 2009 Renault Koleos. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Koleos weights approximately 17 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, 2009 Renault Koleos (320 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm). This means 2009 Renault Koleos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy. 2006 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2009 Renault Koleos has manual transmission. 2009 Renault Koleos 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Legacy | 2009 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Subaru | Renault |
| Model | Legacy | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2690 mm |
