2006 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Five Hundred. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Five Hundred would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 1421 kg more than 2009 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy. 2006 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 2009 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2009 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Five Hundred | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Five Hundred | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
