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 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (163 HP) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP). 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 185 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 Subaru Legacy (226 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (141 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. 2005 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Golf 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.
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2005 Subaru Legacy | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
Model | Legacy | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2455 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 226 Nm | 141 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 95.5 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1215 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |