1999 Ford Expedition vs. 1991 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Ford Expedition is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1991 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1991 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1991 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Subaru Legacy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition 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, 1999 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Subaru Legacy. (164 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Expedition | 1991 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Expedition | Legacy |
Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 397 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2590 mm |