2002 Subaru Legacy vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 58 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 2002 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Subaru Legacy | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Legacy | Golf |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
