2005 Ford F-350 vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 308 kg more than 2005 Ford F-350.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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-350 (495 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (350 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-350 | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | F-350 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 65 L |
