2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara

To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 150 kg more than 2005 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (220 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Subaru Legacy 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara
Make Subaru Suzuki
Model Legacy Grand Vitara
Year Released 2005 2004
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 2490 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 124 HP 165 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 176 Nm 220 Nm
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 75 mm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1315 kg 1465 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4180 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2490 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 64 L


 

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