2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2010 Ford Taurus is newer by 7 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (178 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Taurus weights approximately 441 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 2010 Ford Taurus. 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, 2010 Ford Taurus (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Subaru Legacy | 2010 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Subaru | Ford |
Model | Legacy | Taurus |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 337 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1821 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |