2004 Hyundai Sonata 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 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 6 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. (255 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Sonata | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
| Model | Sonata | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2657 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
