2009 Nissan GT-R vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Nissan GT-R 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 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan GT-R (481 HP) has 239 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 47 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 Nissan GT-R (583 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan GT-R | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | GT-R | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3799 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 481 HP | 242 HP |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |
