2008 Pontiac G6 vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G6 (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 49 kg more than 2008 Pontiac G6.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Pontiac G6. 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, 2008 Pontiac G6 (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Pontiac G6 | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
| Model | G6 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
