2009 Ford Taurus X vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus X is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus X (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 223 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus X.
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 Taurus X (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Taurus X | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Taurus X | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |