2009 Saturn Aura vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Saturn Aura 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 Saturn Aura (167 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 181 kg more than 2009 Saturn Aura.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Saturn Aura. 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (227 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Aura. (160 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Aura.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Saturn Aura | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Saturn | Subaru |
Model | Aura | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2382 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 163 HP |
Torque | 160 Nm | 227 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |