2005 Morgan 4 vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Morgan 4 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Morgan 4. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 540 kg more than 2005 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Subaru Legacy (225 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan 4. (160 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Morgan 4 | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Morgan | Subaru |
| Model | 4 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
