2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2010 Ford Maverick 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Maverick (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Maverick weights approximately 290 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, 2010 Ford Maverick (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy. 2010 Ford Maverick has automatic transmission and 2005 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2005 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Maverick will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Legacy | 2010 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | Legacy | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |
