2009 GMC Sierra vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 GMC Sierra 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Sierra (403 HP) has 161 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1101 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.
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, 2009 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 6400 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy. 2009 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2006 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2006 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Sierra | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Sierra | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 242 HP |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |
