1991 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 Ford Expedition

To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1991 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1991 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1276 kg more than 1991 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1991 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 2010 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Subaru Legacy. (164 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Subaru Legacy 2010 Ford Expedition
Make Subaru Ford
Model Legacy Expedition
Year Released 1991 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1992 cc 5400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Horse Power 114 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 164 Nm 494 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Vehicle Weight 1250 kg 2526 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 5245 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 2002 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1961 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 3023 mm