2004 Subaru Legacy vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 3 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 166 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Subaru Legacy | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Legacy | Polo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
