2011 Subaru Legacy vs. 2001 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2001 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford F-150.
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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford F-150. 2001 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Subaru Legacy | 2001 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | Legacy | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 4193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4735 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1506 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 3050 mm |
