2001 Ford Cougar vs. 1992 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2001 Ford Cougar is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru Legacy (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2001 Ford Cougar. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 148 kg more than 2001 Ford Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 2001 Ford Cougar (298 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (260 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Cougar | 1992 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Cougar | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
