2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (181 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (171 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 43 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (278 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (236 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Monte Carlo | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 236 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1505 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |