2004 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 100 kg more than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Volkswagen Touran | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Volkswagen | Subaru |
Model | Touran | Legacy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |