2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Armada (313 HP) has 150 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1142 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.
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, 2013 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (227 Nm). This means 2013 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Subaru Legacy | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Subaru | Nissan |
Model | Legacy | Armada |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 313 HP |
Torque | 227 Nm | 522 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1981 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 105 L |