2006 Ford Escape vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 359 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 Escape. 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (225 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (207 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Escape | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 207 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1481 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |