2006 Ford F-350 vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Ford F-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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 100 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford F-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 F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (188 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-350 | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | F-350 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 64 L |