2005 Ford Mustang vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 123 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mustang. 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 Mustang (335 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy. 1999 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Mustang | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1387 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
