2001 Saab 05-Sep 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 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saab 05-Sep (165 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Saab 05-Sep. 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 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Saab 05-Sep | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Saab | Subaru |
| Model | 05-Sep | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
