2000 Ford Puma vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Puma would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 55 kg more than 2000 Ford Puma.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Puma. 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma. 2004 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Puma has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Puma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Puma | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 64 L |
