2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2005 Holden Astra
To start off, both 2005 Subaru Legacy and 2005 Holden Astra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2005 Holden Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 162 kg more than 2005 Holden Astra. 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 2005 Holden Astra. 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 (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Astra. (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Astra. 2005 Holden Astra has automatic transmission and 2005 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2005 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Holden Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Subaru Legacy | 2005 Holden Astra | |
Make | Subaru | Holden |
Model | Legacy | Astra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |