2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 340 kg more than 2000 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Corvette | Legacy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |