2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2001 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen W12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen W12 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen W12 (590 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 466 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 115 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen W12.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Volkswagen W12. 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, 2001 Volkswagen W12 (620 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Legacy | 2001 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Legacy | W12 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | W |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 590 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
