2004 Ford Explorer 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 Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Ford Explorer. (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Explorer (382 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (349 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Explorer | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Explorer | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
