2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 6 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin Virage (490 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 368 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 2011 Aston Martin Virage. 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, 2011 Aston Martin Virage (569 Nm) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 2011 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Legacy | 2011 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | Subaru | Aston Martin |
| Model | Legacy | Virage |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1522 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1288 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 78 L |
