2006 GMC Envoy vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 1 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 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1237 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Envoy | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | GMC | Subaru |
Model | Envoy | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |