2000 Ford Focus 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 Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 156 kg more than 2000 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Focus | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Focus | Legacy |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |