2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (250 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 7 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 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (339 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Corvette | Legacy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 250 HP |
Torque | 483 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |