2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Ford E-150
To start off, 2012 Ford E-150 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1181 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 2012 Ford E-150. 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 E-150 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford E-150 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 E-150 | |
Make | Subaru | Ford |
Model | Legacy | E-150 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2455 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2085 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 132 L |