1994 Subaru Legacy vs. 2005 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 27 kg more than 1994 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (264 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Subaru Legacy | 2005 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Legacy | GTI |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
