2005 Ford Maverick 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 Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Maverick (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 28 kg more than 2005 Ford Maverick.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Maverick (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy. 2005 Ford Maverick has automatic transmission and 2009 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2009 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Maverick will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Maverick | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Maverick | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
