2006 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 2006 Ford Focus and 2006 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 82 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Focus | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |