1999 Ford F-150 vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1999 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 560 kg more than 2008 Subaru Legacy.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Legacy. 2008 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 1999 Ford F-150 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford F-150 | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | F-150 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2680 mm |