2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2011 Ford Galaxy is newer by 8 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 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2011 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 265 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Galaxy. 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Legacy | 2011 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | Legacy | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
