2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora

To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (116 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 300 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Subaru Legacy (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Bora.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Subaru Legacy 2004 Volkswagen Bora
Make Subaru Volkswagen
Model Legacy Bora
Year Released 2006 2004
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2456 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 163 HP 116 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 226 Nm 152 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 99.5 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79 mm 86.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 12.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1495 kg 1195 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4420 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 45 L


 

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