2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC is newer by 7 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 253 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, 2012 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Subaru Legacy | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
Model | Legacy | CC |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2708 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |