2012 Subaru Legacy vs. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 6 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (331 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 583 kg more than 2012 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Subaru Legacy | 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
Model | Legacy | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 331 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1583 kg | 2166 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4775 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |