2011 Subaru Legacy vs. 1994 Xedos 6
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1994 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1994 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 456 kg more than 1994 Xedos 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Xedos 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Subaru Legacy | 1994 Xedos 6 | |
Make | Subaru | Xedos |
Model | Legacy | 6 |
Year Released | 2011 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4735 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1506 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2620 mm |