2004 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy

To start off, both 2004 Chrysler Sebring and 2004 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Sebring (200 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 56 kg more than 2004 Chrysler Sebring.

Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chrysler Sebring. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Sebring (278 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Chrysler Sebring 2004 Subaru Legacy
Make Chrysler Subaru
Model Sebring Legacy
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2966 cc 2457 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 165 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 278 Nm 225 Nm
Engine Bore Size 91 mm 100 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76 mm 79 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.1:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1454 kg 1510 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.1 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 64 L


 

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