2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 48 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mondeo | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Mondeo | Legacy |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |