2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 9 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 846 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 2012 Ford F-150. 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (304 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Subaru Legacy | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Subaru | Ford |
Model | Legacy | F-150 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |