2008 Ford Edge vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Ford Edge is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (162 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 235 kg more than 2008 Ford Edge.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Edge. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2008 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy. 2008 Ford Edge has automatic transmission and 2003 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2003 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Ford Edge | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Edge | Legacy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |