2004 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2010 Ford Fiesta is newer by 6 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 76 more horse power than 2010 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 547 kg more than 2010 Ford Fiesta. 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 2010 Ford Fiesta. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Fiesta. (185 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Subaru Legacy | 2010 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | Legacy | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
