2004 Subaru Legacy vs. 2005 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2005 Subaru Outback is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Outback (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Outback weights approximately 317 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, 2005 Subaru Outback (297 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Subaru Legacy | 2005 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Legacy | Outback |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 297 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1647 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |