1997 Ford Explorer vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 262 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Explorer | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Explorer | Legacy |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1638 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |