2004 Subaru Outback vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Outback. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 24 kg more than 2004 Subaru Outback. 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Outback. (225 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Outback.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Subaru Outback 2006 Subaru Legacy
Make Subaru Subaru
Model Outback Legacy
Year Released 2004 2006
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2457 cc 2456 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer boxer
Horse Power 165 HP 250 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 339 Nm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1556 kg 1580 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.4 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.2 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 64 L


 

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