2001 Ford Focus vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2001 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 65 kg more than 2001 Ford Focus.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Focus (386 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Focus | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Focus | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
