2004 Chrysler Town & Country 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 Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (215 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 342 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy.

Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. 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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (339 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Chrysler Town & Country 2006 Subaru Legacy
Make Chrysler Subaru
Model Town & Country Legacy
Year Released 2004 2006
Body Type Minivan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3786 cc 1993 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 242 HP
Torque 339 Nm 310 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1900 kg 1558 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.9 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 64 L


 

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