2005 Ford Explorer vs. 1994 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (135 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 1994 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Explorer | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |
