2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 19 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. 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 2004 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Subaru Legacy 2004 Volkswagen Golf
Make Subaru Volkswagen
Model Legacy Golf
Year Released 2005 2004
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 1388 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 124 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 176 Nm 126 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 75.6 mm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1315 kg 1296 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1590 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 55 L


 

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