2004 Subaru Legacy vs. 2009 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2009 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 5 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy (165 HP) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki SX4. (143 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 179 kg more than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
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, 2004 Subaru Legacy (225 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki SX4. (184 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Subaru Legacy | 2009 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
Model | Legacy | SX4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 143 HP |
Torque | 225 Nm | 184 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |