1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (252 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1060 kg more than 2004 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Express | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Express | Legacy |
Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2680 mm |