2004 Ford Focus vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 71 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (166 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Focus | Legacy |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2640 mm |