2004 Toyota Hilux vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Hilux. (210 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 656 kg more than 2004 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota Hilux (441 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (335 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Legacy. 2010 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Hilux | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Toyota | Subaru |
| Model | Hilux | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1596 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |
