2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 SsangYong Actyon

To start off, 2010 SsangYong Actyon 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (163 HP) has 24 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Actyon. (139 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 139 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, 2010 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm). This means 2010 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy. 2006 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2010 SsangYong Actyon has manual transmission. 2010 SsangYong Actyon 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 2010 SsangYong Actyon
Make Subaru SsangYong
Model Legacy Actyon
Year Released 2006 2010
Body Type Sedan Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 163 HP 139 HP
Torque 187 Nm 310 Nm
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 86.3 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 85.6 mm
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 1772 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Height 1600 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 75 L


 

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