2008 Subaru Legacy vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Legacy (245 HP) has 83 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Forester. (162 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 188 kg more than 2004 Subaru Forester. 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, 2008 Subaru Legacy (292 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 2008 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Legacy | 2004 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Legacy | Forester |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 162 HP |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
