1997 Ford Falcon vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Falcon (301 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (187 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Falcon weights approximately 314 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy. 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 1997 Ford Falcon. 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, 1997 Ford Falcon (515 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Falcon | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Falcon | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
