2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 Ford F-450
To start off, 2010 Ford F-450 is newer by 5 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-450 (326 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford F-450. 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, 2010 Ford F-450 (814 Nm) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (339 Nm). This means 2010 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Legacy | 2010 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | Legacy | F-450 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 814 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 6670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 4390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 144 L |
