1998 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1998 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 375 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (183 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Focus | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Focus | Legacy |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 100.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |