2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 2006 Ford Galaxy
To start off, both 2006 Subaru Legacy and 2006 Ford Galaxy were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Galaxy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, both vehicles can yield 310 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Legacy | 2006 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | Legacy | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1683 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
