2006 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 159 kg more than 2011 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Volkswagen Sharan | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Volkswagen | Subaru |
Model | Sharan | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |