2002 Ford Fusion vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2002 Ford Fusion. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 345 kg more than 2002 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Subaru Legacy (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Fusion. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Fusion | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Fusion | Legacy |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |