2004 Ford Laser vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 443 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 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Laser | Legacy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1535 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |