2001 Subaru Legacy vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Legacy (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mustang. (188 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 130 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Subaru Legacy | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | Legacy | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
