2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2005 Volvo V40
To start off, both 2005 Subaru Legacy and 2005 Volvo V40 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) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V40. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 Volvo V40. 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 Volvo V40. 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 (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V40. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Legacy | 2005 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | Legacy | V40 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
