2003 Ford C-MAX vs. 1991 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Ford C-MAX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Ford C-MAX. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 76 kg more than 1991 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1991 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford C-MAX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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 Ford C-MAX (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Subaru Legacy. (164 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford C-MAX | 1991 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | C-MAX | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2590 mm |
