2004 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Legacy (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Subaru Legacy (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. 2001 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2004 Chevrolet S-10 has manual transmission. 2004 Chevrolet S-10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Chevrolet S-10 | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | S-10 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2194 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2680 mm |