2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost
To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost 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 6,600 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost (563 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost weights approximately 948 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.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost. 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, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost (780 Nm) has 555 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Legacy | 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost | |
| Make | Subaru | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Legacy | Ghost |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 780 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1522 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3295 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 16.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 82 L |
