2005 Subaru Traviq vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Traviq. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Traviq would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Traviq. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Traviq. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Traviq weights approximately 252 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen T5.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Traviq. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Traviq.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Traviq | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Traviq | T5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3010 mm |
