2009 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 464 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. 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 Focus. 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 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus. 2005 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Focus | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1430 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
