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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 5600 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 280 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 (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM). 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 | 4293 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |