2009 Jeep Compass vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 37 kg more than 2009 Jeep Compass.
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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Compass | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Jeep | Subaru |
Model | Compass | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 64 L |