2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 8 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 424 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, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Legacy | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Subaru | Chevrolet |
| Model | Legacy | Equinox |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 71 L |
