2004 Ford Explorer vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 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, 2004 Ford Explorer (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 260 kg more than 2004 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Explorer (382 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (350 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Explorer | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Explorer | Legacy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 382 Nm | 350 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1535 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 65 L |