2004 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2002 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Wrangler (190 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 371 kg more than 2002 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jeep Wrangler (319 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Wrangler | 2002 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | Wrangler | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2640 mm |
