2009 Acura MDX vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 5 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 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 258 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.
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, 2009 Acura MDX (374 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura MDX | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Acura | Subaru |
Model | MDX | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 225 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1526 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 64 L |