2007 Proton Gen vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Proton Gen is newer by 1 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Proton Gen. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Gen.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Proton Gen. 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 (187 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Gen. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Gen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Proton Gen | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Proton | Subaru |
| Model | Gen | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
