2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2010 GMC Acadia is newer by 4 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Acadia (288 HP) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Acadia weights approximately 584 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy. 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 2010 GMC Acadia. 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, 2010 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 6400 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy. 2010 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2006 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2006 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Legacy | 2010 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Subaru | GMC |
| Model | Legacy | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 288 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 2142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 83 L |
