2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2005 Subaru Legacy and 2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 65 kg more than 2005 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 2005 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 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Subaru Legacy | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
Model | Legacy | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |