2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,357 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 980 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Silverado (454 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Silverado | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5357 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 187 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |