2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect

To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 6 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 421 kg more than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. 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 2013 Ford Transit Connect. 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 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Transit Connect.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Subaru Legacy 2013 Ford Transit Connect
Make Subaru Ford
Model Legacy Transit Connect
Year Released 2007 2013
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 242 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 83 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic 4-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2010 kg 1589 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4587 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 2113 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 2014 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2911 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 56 L


 

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