2005 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Aveo would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 312 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Legacy (231 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (146 Nm). This means 2008 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Aveo | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Aveo | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1606 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 231 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |