2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2008 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2008 Ford Falcon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (162 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Falcon weights approximately 252 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy. 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 2008 Ford Falcon. 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, 2008 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy. 2008 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 2003 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2003 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Legacy | 2008 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | Legacy | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
