2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC60 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), 2011 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC60 (300 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (250 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 408 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 Volvo XC60 (440 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (339 Nm). This means 2011 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Legacy | 2011 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | Legacy | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
