2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 2000 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Falcon weights approximately 23 kg more than 2007 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2000 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Legacy | 2000 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | Legacy | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.6 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 59 L |
