2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 2005 GMC Sierra 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (250 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1056 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 GMC Sierra. 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 GMC Sierra (489 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (339 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Sierra | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | GMC | Subaru |
Model | Sierra | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 250 HP |
Torque | 489 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2569 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 64 L |