2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2011 Subaru Tribeca 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 372 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.
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, 2011 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 6400 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy. 2011 Subaru Tribeca 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. 2011 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Legacy | 2011 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Legacy | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
