2005 Subaru Traviq vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 7 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Traviq. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Traviq. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 8 kg more than 2005 Subaru Traviq. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Traviq. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Traviq.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Traviq | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Traviq | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
