2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 3 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 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Aston Martin DBS. 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, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (420 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin DBS | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
Model | DBS | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5933 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 503 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 307 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.9 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |