2009 Lexus IS vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Lexus IS 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 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus IS (204 HP) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus IS weights approximately 132 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 Lexus IS (251 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm). This means 2009 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus IS | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Lexus | Subaru |
| Model | IS | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
