2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 405 kg more than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Ranger. 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 Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy. 2000 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Ranger | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2660 mm |
