2001 Subaru Legacy vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 2001 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Legacy (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 535 kg more than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Subaru Legacy | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Subaru | Ford |
Model | Legacy | F-150 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3050 mm |