1997 Ford Contour vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Contour would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Contour (125 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 73 kg more than 1997 Ford Contour.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Contour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1997 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (177 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Contour | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Contour | Legacy |
Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |