2009 Pontiac G6 vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Legacy (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac G6. (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Pontiac G6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Subaru Legacy (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G6. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac G6 | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
| Model | G6 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2384 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
