2005 Holden Berlina vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 366 kg more than 2005 Holden Berlina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Holden Berlina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Berlina.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Holden Berlina 2007 Subaru Legacy
Make Holden Subaru
Model Berlina Legacy
Year Released 2005 2007
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 204 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1644 kg 2010 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2680 mm


 

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