2006 Ford Territory vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Ford Territory 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 3,984 cc, 2006 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 271 kg more than 2006 Ford Territory.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Territory. 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 Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Territory | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Territory | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2457 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
