2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Eos 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Eos (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 232 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 Volkswagen Eos. 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 Volkswagen Eos (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Legacy | 2011 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Legacy | Eos |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4423 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
