1995 Ford Probe vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Probe would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1995 Ford Probe. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 265 kg more than 1995 Ford Probe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Probe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Probe. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Probe | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Probe | Legacy |
Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |