2001 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Ford E-150
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 is newer by 10 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1296 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 2011 Ford E-150. 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, 2011 Ford E-150 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Legacy. 2011 Ford E-150 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. 2011 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Subaru Legacy | 2011 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | Legacy | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 2611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3505 mm |
