2009 Ford Fusion vs. 1996 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (221 HP) has 66 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (155 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 444 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Fusion (278 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (210 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fusion | 1996 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Fusion | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
