2004 Peugeot 406 vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 2004 Peugeot 406 and 2004 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 406 (204 HP) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 50 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 406.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Peugeot 406 (285 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 2004 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Peugeot 406 | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
Model | 406 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 165 HP |
Torque | 285 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |