2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 5 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 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 255 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Subaru Legacy | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Subaru | Chevrolet |
Model | Legacy | Colorado |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |