2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (220 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 172 kg more than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Chrysler PT Cruiser (339 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (335 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
