2008 BMW X6 vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy

To start off, both 2008 BMW X6 and 2008 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X6 weights approximately 675 kg more than 2008 Subaru Legacy.

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, 2008 BMW X6 (827 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW X6 2008 Subaru Legacy
Make BMW Subaru
Model X6 Legacy
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4399 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 400 HP 0 HP
Torque 827 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2200 kg 1525 kg