2009 Ford F-350 vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 538 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (319 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy. 2000 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford F-350 has manual transmission. 2009 Ford F-350 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | F-350 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 64 L |
