2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Actyon 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 420 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.
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 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy. 2010 SsangYong Actyon 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. 2010 SsangYong Actyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Legacy | 2010 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Subaru | SsangYong |
| Model | Legacy | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
