2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1996 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (282 HP) has 127 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (155 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 755 kg more than 1996 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (440 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1996 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Avalanche | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2530 mm |
