2007 Ford Maverick vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Ford Maverick is newer by 1 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 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP) has 94 more horse power than 2007 Ford Maverick. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 43 kg more than 2007 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 6400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Maverick | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Maverick | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 242 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
