2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP) has 150 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 61 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
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 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Silverado | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 165 HP |
Torque | 458 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 64 L |