2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 59 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Mustang (434 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (229 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Mustang | Legacy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 229 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |