1994 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Ford E-350
To start off, 2011 Ford E-350 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (135 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1510 kg more than 1994 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2011 Ford E-350 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Legacy. 2011 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1994 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1994 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Subaru Legacy | 2011 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | Legacy | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 125 L |
