2001 Subaru Legacy vs. 2009 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 8 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Legacy (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 36 kg more than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Mondeo. 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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Subaru Legacy | 2009 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Subaru | Ford |
Model | Legacy | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.2 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 17.9:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |