2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (405 HP) has 163 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 612 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.
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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (311 Nm). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Legacy | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Subaru | Porsche |
| Model | Legacy | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 405 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |
