2004 Chrysler Neon vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler Neon would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 290 kg more than 2004 Chrysler Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chrysler Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Neon. (155 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Neon | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | Neon | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 64 L |
