2005 Ford Focus vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Focus (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Focus | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |