2004 Ford Freestyle 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 Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestyle. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 290 kg more than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Freestyle. 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Freestyle | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Freestyle | Legacy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |