2005 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 142 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (210 Nm). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Malibu | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Malibu | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 350 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1535 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |