2004 Ford Escape vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Ford Escape. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 108 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (343 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (257 Nm). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Escape | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Escape | Legacy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2981 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 343 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |