2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (206 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 896 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.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (282 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Silverado | Legacy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 282 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2506 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2660 mm |