2006 Ford E-250 vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-250 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 Ford E-250.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford E-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-250 | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | E-250 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
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 | 226 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2640 mm |