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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2004 Ford Escape. (200 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 29 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (343 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (265 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 | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 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 | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1489 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
