2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2005 Subaru Legacy and 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (134 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. 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 Passat. 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 Passat (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
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2005 Subaru Legacy | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
Model | Legacy | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |