2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo 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 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 81 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Mondeo | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Mondeo | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |