2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 970 kg more than 2000 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (197 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet Express 2000 Subaru Legacy
Make Chevrolet Subaru
Model Express Legacy
Year Released 2006 2000
Body Type Van Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5324 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 295 HP 153 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 454 Nm 197 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 75 mm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2360 kg 1390 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 64 L


 

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