2005 Marcos TS 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 Marcos TS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Marcos TS would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Marcos TS. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Marcos TS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 395 kg more than 2005 Marcos TS. 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 Marcos TS. 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Marcos TS. (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Marcos TS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Marcos TS | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Marcos | Subaru |
| Model | TS | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2680 mm |
