2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
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 Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 349 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. 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 Golf. 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 (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (171 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Legacy | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Legacy | Golf |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
