2004 Subaru Legacy vs. 2006 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC70 is newer by 2 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 2,501 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo XC70 (408 HP) has 243 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (165 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 222 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 2006 Volvo XC70. 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, 2006 Volvo XC70 (541 Nm) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 2006 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Subaru Legacy | 2006 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | Legacy | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 408 HP |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
