2005 Ford F-150 vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 6 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 260 kg more than 2005 Ford F-150.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford F-150. 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (325 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (219 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-150 | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | F-150 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |
