2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang 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 5,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (653 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 529 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 433 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 2013 Ford Mustang. 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 Mustang (856 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 680 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | Legacy | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 653 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 856 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
