2006 Subaru Forester vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester 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. Both 2006 Subaru Forester and 2005 Subaru Legacy are equipped with a 2,455 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (250 HP) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (227 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 48 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester. 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Subaru Forester | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Forester | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2455 cc | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 250 HP |
Torque | 320 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |