2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 205 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Legacy | 2011 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Legacy | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1723 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2919 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
