2009 Ford Escape vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 4 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (165 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (151 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 485 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. 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 2009 Ford Escape. 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 (227 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (136 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Escape | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Escape | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2486 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 151 HP | 165 HP |
Torque | 136 Nm | 227 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 64 L |