2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Suzuki Jimny

To start off, 2011 Suzuki Jimny 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP) has 157 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Jimny.

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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (311 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Jimny.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Subaru Legacy 2011 Suzuki Jimny
Make Subaru Suzuki
Model Legacy Jimny
Year Released 2006 2011
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 1328 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 242 HP 85 HP
Torque 311 Nm 110 Nm
Top Speed 233 km/hour 140 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.9 seconds 14.1 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 3650 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2260 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 7.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 40 L


 

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