2009 Ford F-450 vs. 1996 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Ford F-450 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-450 (326 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1996 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford F-450. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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-450 (814 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 644 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-450 | 1996 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | F-450 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1410 mm |
