2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo

To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 285 kg more than 2009 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 2009 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 (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Subaru Legacy 2009 Volkswagen Polo
Make Subaru Volkswagen
Model Legacy Polo
Year Released 2006 2009
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1992 cc 1390 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 163 HP 83 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 187 Nm 122 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 75.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.5:1
Top Speed 204 km/hour 176 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.8 seconds 12.7 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1390 kg 1105 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 3920 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9 L/100km 6.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 45 L


 

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