2001 Subaru Legacy vs. 2006 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2006 Ford Falcon is newer by 5 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Falcon (200 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Falcon weights approximately 266 kg more than 2001 Subaru Legacy. 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 2006 Ford Falcon. 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, 2006 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Legacy. 2006 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 2001 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2001 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Subaru Legacy | 2006 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | Legacy | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1581 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2930 mm |
