2006 Pontiac GTO vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Pontiac GTO 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 5,969 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 467 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.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2006 Pontiac GTO (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Pontiac GTO | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
Model | GTO | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5969 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |