2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis

To start off, both 2005 Subaru Legacy and 2005 Toyota Avensis were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Toyota Avensis. 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 Toyota Avensis. 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 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis. 2005 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Avensis 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.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Subaru Legacy 2005 Toyota Avensis
Make Subaru Toyota
Model Legacy Avensis
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 242 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 149 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3800 RPM
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.9 seconds 12.2 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1430 kg 1345 kg
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 60 L


 

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