2000 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Ford F-150

To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 12 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1319 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.

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, 2012 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 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 2012 Ford F-150
Make Subaru Ford
Model Legacy F-150
Year Released 2000 2012
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 6200 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Horse Power 153 HP 411 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 196 Nm 588 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4500 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic
Vehicle Weight 1410 kg 2729 kg
Vehicle Length 4610 mm 5603 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 2192 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1994 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 3386 mm


 

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