2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 469 kg more than 2006 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, 2005 Ford Explorer (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy. 2005 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 2006 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2006 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Subaru Legacy | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Subaru | Ford |
Model | Legacy | Explorer |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 4016 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.2 mm | 100.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 85 L |