2002 Ford Lynx vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Lynx would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2002 Ford Lynx. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 400 kg more than 2002 Ford Lynx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Lynx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Lynx. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Lynx | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Lynx | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
