2009 Ford Focus vs. 1994 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru Legacy (135 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus.
Because 1994 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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 Focus (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 1994 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Focus | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2212 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |