2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 1998 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Microbus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Microbus would be higher. At 2,553 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Microbus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Microbus (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Microbus should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 345 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 1998 Volkswagen Microbus. 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, 1998 Volkswagen Microbus (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Microbus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Legacy | 1998 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Legacy | Microbus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
