2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2012 Toyota iQ 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2012 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 773 kg more than 2012 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota iQ. 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota iQ. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Subaru Legacy | 2012 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Legacy | iQ |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3051 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 32 L |