2005 Skoda Octavia vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 269 kg more than 2005 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Skoda Octavia | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Skoda | Subaru |
Model | Octavia | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1579 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2751 mm |