2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (173 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 347 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Colorado | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 242 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
