2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 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 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (250 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 224 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 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (415 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (340 Nm). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Silverado | Legacy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 415 Nm | 340 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1526 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |