2004 Acura TSX vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura TSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura TSX would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TSX (200 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 58 kg more than 2004 Acura TSX.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Acura TSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura TSX. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura TSX | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Acura | Subaru |
Model | TSX | Legacy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1535 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |