2006 Ford E-350 vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1028 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-350 | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | E-350 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2488 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 64 L |