2001 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 809 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (227 Nm). This means 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Tahoe | Legacy |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 165 HP |
Torque | 393 Nm | 227 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |