2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 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 F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (241 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 236 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-150 | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | F-150 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |