2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 1999 Ford F-150
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1999 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 645 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
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, 1999 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | Legacy | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2075 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3050 mm |
