2000 Ford Desert Excursion vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Desert Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Desert Excursion would be higher. At 6,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ford Desert Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion (311 HP) has 143 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (168 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 137 kg more than 2000 Ford Desert Excursion.
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, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion (576 Nm) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Desert Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Desert Excursion | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Desert Excursion | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6800 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1435 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2560 mm |
