2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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. Both 2005 Subaru Legacy and 2011 Subaru Impreza are equipped with a 2,457 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 10 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.
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 Subaru Impreza (515 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Subaru Legacy | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Legacy | Impreza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |