2001 Ford Puma vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Puma would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2001 Ford Puma. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 455 kg more than 2001 Ford Puma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Puma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Puma. (149 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Puma | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Puma | Legacy |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 100.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |