2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 7 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 857 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 2012 Ford F-150. 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (515 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (340 Nm). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Subaru | Ford |
Model | Legacy | F-150 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 515 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1526 kg | 2383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |