2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar 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 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (194 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 93 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.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Freestar. 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, 2006 Ford Freestar (330 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestar | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Freestar | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |
