2008 Buick Enclave vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Buick Enclave is newer by 2 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 (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Enclave (275 HP) has 112 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Enclave weights approximately 227 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.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Buick Enclave. 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, 2008 Buick Enclave (340 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm). This means 2008 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Buick Enclave | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Enclave | Legacy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 163 HP |
Torque | 340 Nm | 187 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |