2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu (170 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 68 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 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. 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 (225 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. (214 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Subaru Legacy | 2010 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | Subaru | Chevrolet |
Model | Legacy | Malibu |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 214 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1481 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4872 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |