2004 Volvo S60 vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 2004 Volvo S60 and 2004 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S60 weights approximately 295 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, 2004 Volvo S60 (401 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy. 2004 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2004 Volvo S60 has manual transmission. 2004 Volvo S60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Volvo S60 | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Volvo | Subaru |
Model | S60 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2401 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |