2005 TVR T 350 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 TVR T 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 TVR T 350 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 383 kg more than 2005 TVR T 350.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 TVR T 350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2005 TVR T 350 (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Legacy. 2011 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2005 TVR T 350 has manual transmission. 2005 TVR T 350 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 TVR T 350 | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | TVR | Subaru |
| Model | T 350 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
