2005 Ford Ikon vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Ikon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Ikon would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (148 HP) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ikon. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 515 kg more than 2005 Ford Ikon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Ikon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ikon | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Ikon | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1558 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 65 L |
