2001 Subaru Legacy vs. 2004 Chrysler Crossfire

To start off, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Legacy (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Crossfire. (215 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 88 kg more than 2004 Chrysler Crossfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chrysler Crossfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Chrysler Crossfire (340 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Subaru Legacy 2004 Chrysler Crossfire
Make Subaru Chrysler
Model Legacy Crossfire
Year Released 2001 2004
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3000 cc 3196 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Horse Power 217 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 289 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89.2 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 10.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1452 kg
Vehicle Length 4690 mm 4060 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 60 L


 

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