2004 Ford Escape vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Escape would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Ford Escape. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 136 kg more than 2004 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (272 Nm). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Escape | Legacy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 335 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1579 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |