2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Ford F-350
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford F-350. 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-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-350 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-350 | |
Make | Subaru | Ford |
Model | Legacy | F-350 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 548 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 6269 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3967 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 132 L |