2000 Ford Ka 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 Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Ka would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 753 kg more than 2000 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Ka | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Ka | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |
