2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 277 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (223 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Expedition 2008 Subaru Legacy
Make Ford Subaru
Model Expedition Legacy
Year Released 2005 2008
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5407 cc 2457 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 0 HP
Torque 495 Nm 223 Nm
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 99.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 106 mm 79 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.9:1 10.0:1
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1208 kg 1485 kg
Vehicle Length 5230 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 9.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 106 L 64 L


 

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