1994 Subaru Legacy vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru Legacy (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 15 kg more than 1994 Subaru Legacy.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Subaru Legacy | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
Model | Legacy | Passat |
Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |