2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty is newer by 1 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 3,686 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Liberty (210 HP) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (135 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 517 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, 2005 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jeep Liberty | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Jeep | Subaru |
Model | Liberty | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3686 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 135 HP |
Torque | 319 Nm | 196 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1867 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 64 L |