2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (163 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (123 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (227 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Subaru Legacy | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Legacy | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 123 HP |
Torque | 227 Nm | 184 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |