2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 477 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 Chevrolet Trans Sport (283 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Trans Sport | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 225 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |