2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (149 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1536 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Ranger | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | 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 | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2640 mm |