2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain is newer by 7 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Terrain (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Terrain weights approximately 403 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, 2013 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Legacy | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Subaru | GMC |
| Model | Legacy | Terrain |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1833 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 71 L |
