2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Ford Fiesta is newer by 2 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 55 kg more than 2006 Ford Fiesta. 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 2006 Ford Fiesta. 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 (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fiesta | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Fiesta | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
