2009 Ford Ka vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 2009 Ford Ka 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Ka. 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 (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ka. 2009 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ka | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Ka | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |
