2007 Ford Territory vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2007 Ford Territory is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,984 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Ford Territory. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Territory. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 536 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.

Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Territory. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (304 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Ford Territory 2003 Subaru Legacy
Make Ford Subaru
Model Territory Legacy
Year Released 2007 2003
Body Type Crossover Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3984 cc 3000 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 244 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 304 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92.3 mm 89.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.3 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 10.7:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2016 kg 1480 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 64 L