2000 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 Ford F-150

To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 2000 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (494 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Subaru Legacy 2010 Ford F-150
Make Subaru Ford
Model Legacy F-150
Year Released 2000 2010
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 5400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Horse Power 153 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 196 Nm 494 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1410 kg 2410 kg
Vehicle Length 4610 mm 5885 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 2004 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1887 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 3670 mm


 

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