2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 186 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Suzuki | Subaru |
Model | Grand Vitara | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 335 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |