2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (243 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 945 kg more than 2007 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (327 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Expedition | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2494 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 64 L |
