2004 Subaru Legacy vs. 2001 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Avalon (210 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (165 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 141 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.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Avalon. 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, 2001 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Subaru Legacy | 2001 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Legacy | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
