2004 Ford Freestyle vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Ford Freestyle is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (178 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 505 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Freestyle | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Freestyle | Legacy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |