2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (202 HP) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (165 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 624 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Ford F-150 (338 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (227 Nm). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Legacy | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | Legacy | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 202 HP |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3050 mm |
