2003 Ford Escape vs. 1991 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Ford Escape 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1991 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1991 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Escape weights approximately 326 kg more than 1991 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Subaru Legacy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Escape 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, 1991 Subaru Legacy (164 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Escape. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Escape | 1991 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Escape | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |
