2006 Ford F-250 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 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 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1500 kg more than 2005 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-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy. 2005 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2006 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-250 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | F-250 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4198 cc | 1994 cc |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 64 L |