2007 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 139 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2007 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Ford Focus 2009 Subaru Legacy
Make Ford Subaru
Model Focus Legacy
Year Released 2007 2009
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1753 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 113 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 187 Nm
Torque RPM 1850 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 19.0:1 11.1:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 196 km/hour 214 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.7 seconds 9.8 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1296 kg 1435 kg
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.4 L/100km 8.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 64 L


 

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