2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 5 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 50 more horse power than 2012 Ford C-Max. (113 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford C-Max weights approximately 55 kg more than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford C-Max. 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, 2012 Ford C-Max (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Legacy | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | Legacy | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2788 mm |
