2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2002 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Astro (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 635 kg more than 2002 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Astro | 2002 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Astro | Legacy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |