2004 Ford Focus vs. 1998 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 165 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
Because 1998 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 Focus (175 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1998 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Focus | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
