2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2010 Ford Explorer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2010 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Explorer weights approximately 51 kg more than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Explorer. 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, 2010 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Subaru Legacy | 2010 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Subaru | Ford |
Model | Legacy | Explorer |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2061 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4912 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2888 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 85 L |