2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Renault Laguna. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Laguna weights approximately 53 kg more than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy. 2006 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Legacy | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Subaru | Renault |
| Model | Legacy | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
