2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1995 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1995 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru Legacy.
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 Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1995 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Ranger | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 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 | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
