2012 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 255 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Subaru Legacy | 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
Model | Legacy | Scirocco |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1553 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4775 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |