2009 Fiat 500 vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 583 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500. 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 2009 Fiat 500. 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat 500 | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | 500 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1638 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 64 L |