2005 GMC Envoy vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 110 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 370 kg more than 2004 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 GMC Envoy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2005 GMC Envoy 2004 Subaru Legacy
Make GMC Subaru
Model Envoy Legacy
Year Released 2005 2004
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 2457 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 275 HP 165 HP
Torque 373 Nm 225 Nm
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 100 mm
Engine Stroke Size 102 mm 79 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1980 kg 1610 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.2 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 64 L