2008 Ford GT vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Ford GT 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (162 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford GT weights approximately 68 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford GT. 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 GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford GT | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | GT | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
