2009 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 2009 Ford Focus and 2009 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 17 kg more than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Focus | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |