2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 2005 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen GTI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen GTI would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen GTI. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen GTI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 256 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen GTI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen GTI. (264 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Legacy | 2005 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Legacy | GTI |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
