2005 Ford Mustang vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (206 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Because 2000 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, 2000 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 (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (282 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Mustang | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 282 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
