2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 6 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 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 242 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 57 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Legacy | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Subaru | Chevrolet |
| Model | Legacy | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |
