2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2001 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Forester would be higher. Both 2005 Subaru Legacy and 2001 Subaru Forester are equipped with a 1,994 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 115 kg more than 2001 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Forester. 2005 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2001 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2001 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Subaru Legacy | 2001 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Legacy | Forester |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1385 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |