2004 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,931 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 89 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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, 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Mustang | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3931 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1387 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
