2002 Ford Fiesta vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (165 HP) has 66 more horse power than 2002 Ford Fiesta. (99 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 495 kg more than 2002 Ford Fiesta. 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 2002 Ford Fiesta. 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 (225 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Fiesta. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Fiesta | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Fiesta | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2680 mm |
