2009 Ford Ranger vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Ford Ranger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP) has 101 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ranger. (141 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 160 kg more than 2009 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ranger (330 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy. 2007 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford Ranger | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Ranger | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 242 HP |
Torque | 330 Nm | 310 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.9 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |