2011 Subaru Legacy vs. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 18 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. (238 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 474 kg more than 2011 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. (315 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Subaru Legacy | 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
Model | Legacy | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4735 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1506 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |