2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2008 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2008 Ford Falcon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Falcon (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Falcon weights approximately 146 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.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2008 Ford Falcon (533 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (339 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Legacy | 2008 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | Legacy | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2455 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
