2009 Fiat Ducato vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2009 Fiat Ducato is newer by 4 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 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Ducato. (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 618 kg more than 2009 Fiat Ducato. 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 2009 Fiat Ducato. 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Ducato. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Ducato.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Fiat Ducato 2005 Subaru Legacy
Make Fiat Subaru
Model Ducato Legacy
Year Released 2009 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2286 cc 2455 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 250 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 339 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 940 kg 1558 kg
Vehicle Length 3550 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Height 1570 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 3460 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.9 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 64 L


 

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