2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Peugeot 5008

To start off, 2011 Peugeot 5008 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 5008. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 5008.

Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Peugeot 5008. 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 Peugeot 5008 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot 5008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Subaru Legacy 2011 Peugeot 5008
Make Subaru Peugeot
Model Legacy 5008
Year Released 2005 2011
Body Type Station Wagon Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 1560 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 124 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 176 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1835 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2735 mm


 

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