2009 Subaru Legacy vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S60. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S60 weights approximately 107 kg more than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2004 Volvo S60 (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Legacy | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | Legacy | S60 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
