2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 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 70 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 48 kg more than 2000 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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, 2000 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mondeo | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Mondeo | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
