2006 Ford Escape vs. 1992 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 465 kg more than 1992 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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 Escape (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1992 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Escape | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |
