2004 Subaru Legacy vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (180 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (165 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 223 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 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 Subaru Legacy (225 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (180 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Subaru Legacy | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Legacy | Corolla |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 180 HP |
Torque | 225 Nm | 180 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |