2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 261 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Freestyle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Freestyle (282 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Freestyle | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1481 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
