2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva 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 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 49 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Subaru Legacy | 2011 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Subaru | Chevrolet |
Model | Legacy | Captiva |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |