2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 356 kg more than 1999 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Colorado | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2640 mm |
