2005 Chrysler Voyager 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 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Voyager (172 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 595 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.

Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Chrysler Voyager (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chrysler Voyager 2006 Subaru Legacy
Make Chrysler Subaru
Model Voyager Legacy
Year Released 2005 2006
Body Type Minivan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3299 cc 1992 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 172 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 278 Nm 187 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 179 km/hour 204 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1985 kg 1390 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.6 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 64 L


 

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