2000 Ford Excursion vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 7,274 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Ford Excursion. (232 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1712 kg more than 2006 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (677 Nm) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2006 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2006 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Excursion | Legacy |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7274 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 242 HP |
Torque | 677 Nm | 310 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3270 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2660 mm |