2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Volvo V70 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V70 weights approximately 294 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy. 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 2006 Volvo V70. 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, 2006 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy. 2006 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2005 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2005 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Legacy | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | Legacy | V70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
