2009 Ford Fusion vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (221 HP) has 58 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 388 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Fusion | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Fusion | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 163 HP |
Torque | 278 Nm | 187 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |