2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback 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 3,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Outback (252 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 25 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 Subaru Outback (335 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (311 Nm). This means 2013 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Legacy | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Legacy | Outback |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 252 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1658 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |
