2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2011 Ford Fiesta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (120 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 482 kg more than 2011 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Subaru Legacy | 2011 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Subaru | Ford |
Model | Legacy | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1151 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4067 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1697 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |