2005 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy

To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Uplander and 2005 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander (200 HP) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (168 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 593 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Uplander (299 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Uplander 2005 Subaru Legacy
Make Chevrolet Subaru
Model Uplander Legacy
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3491 cc 2457 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 168 HP
Torque 299 Nm 225 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2028 kg 1435 kg
Vehicle Length 5200 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2560 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 64 L


 

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