1996 Ford Galaxy vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Galaxy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Galaxy would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1996 Ford Galaxy. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 114 kg more than 2010 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Galaxy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Galaxy. (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Galaxy | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Galaxy | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1679 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2751 mm |
