2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 8 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2013 Ford Escape. (176 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 162 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Escape. 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, 2013 Ford Escape (321 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Legacy | 2013 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | Legacy | Escape |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1592 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 57 L |
