2006 Ford E-150 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 1 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-150 weights approximately 286 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford E-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, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-150 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | E-150 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1430 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 64 L |
