1998 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 580 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.
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, 1998 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Astro | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Astro | Legacy |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |