1998 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 9 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1998 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 462 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 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Focus | Legacy |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 243 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 327 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |