2009 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Saab 03-Sep 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 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 144 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.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2009 Saab 03-Sep (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Saab 03-Sep | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Saab | Subaru |
| Model | 03-Sep | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
