2008 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 156 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Focus | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |
