2004 Subaru Legacy vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 9 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 104 kg more than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Subaru Legacy | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Legacy | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
