2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (320 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Tiguan | |
Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
Model | Legacy | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 320 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1481 kg | 1541 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4426 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1703 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |