2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Legacy would be higher. 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 15 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 268 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (211 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. 2005 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan 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 | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Legacy | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2455 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1668 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
