2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 Ford Galaxy

To start off, 2010 Ford Galaxy 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 230 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 Galaxy. 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Galaxy.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Subaru Legacy 2010 Ford Galaxy
Make Subaru Ford
Model Legacy Galaxy
Year Released 2007 2010
Body Type Station Wagon Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2457 cc 2293 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 163 HP 143 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 226 Nm 203 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 99.6 mm 89.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79 mm 91 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.6 seconds 12.3 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1495 kg 1725 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.3 L/100km 10.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 70 L


 

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