2008 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 1 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 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (222 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 120 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus.
Because 2007 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, 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, 2008 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Focus | Legacy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2522 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |