2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 Malibu (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Malibu 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 Malibu | |
| Make | Subaru | Chevrolet |
| Model | Legacy | Malibu |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
