2004 Ford Laser vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 2004 Ford Laser and 2004 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (165 HP) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Ford Laser. (105 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 425 kg more than 2004 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Subaru Legacy (225 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Laser. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Laser | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Laser | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
