2005 Ford Escape vs. 1995 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru Legacy (277 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 295 kg more than 1995 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1995 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Subaru Legacy (319 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm). This means 1995 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escape | 1995 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Escape | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |