2004 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 7 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP) has 216 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (165 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1175 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.
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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Subaru Legacy | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Legacy | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 381 HP |
Torque | 225 Nm | 543 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3099 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |