2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 5 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. (230 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 82 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
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 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. (291 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Legacy | 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Subaru | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Legacy | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
