2004 Subaru Legacy vs. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (165 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 175 kg more than 2004 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, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan (271 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 2000 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Subaru Legacy | 2000 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Legacy | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
