2001 Ford Econovan vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Econovan would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 178 kg more than 2001 Ford Econovan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Econovan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Econovan | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Econovan | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2750 mm |
