2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 542 kg more than 2006 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 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Land Rover Discovery | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Land Rover | Subaru |
Model | Discovery | Legacy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 175 HP |
Torque | 340 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 64 L |