2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 143 kg more than 1999 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Mondeo (285 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mondeo | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Mondeo | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
