2000 Ford ST 460 vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford ST 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford ST 460 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford ST 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford ST 460 (460 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford ST 460 should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford ST 460. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford ST 460. (178 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford ST 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford ST 460 | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | ST 460 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
