Ford E-150 vs Subaru Legacy
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2025 Subaru Legacy
Overview
| Spec | Ford E-150E-150 | Subaru LegacyLegacy Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | E-150 | Legacy Sedan |
| Body style | Van | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | flex-fuel (unleaded/E85) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | continuously variable-speed automatic |
| Engine type | flex-fuel (FFV) | gas |
| Model year | 2014 | 2025 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Ford E-150E-150 | Subaru LegacyLegacy Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $28,600 | $26,810 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Ford E-150E-150 | Subaru LegacyLegacy Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 15 MPG | 30 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 13 MPG | 27 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 16 MPG | 35 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 33 gal (best) | 18.5 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Ford E-150E-150 | Subaru LegacyLegacy Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 225 hp (best) | 182 hp |
| Torque | 286 lb-ft (best) | 176 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 4.6 L (best) | 2.5 L |
| Cylinders | V8 | flat 4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Ford E-150E-150 | Subaru LegacyLegacy Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 2 seats | 5 seats (best) |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 278.6 cu ft (best) | 15.1 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 7,500 lbs (best) | — |
| Payload | 3,260 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 5,291 lbs | 3,492 lbs (best) |
| Wheelbase | 138 in (best) | 108.3 in |
| Length | 216.7 in (best) | 191.1 in |
| Width | 79.4 in (best) | 72.4 in |
| Height | 82.4 in (best) | 59.1 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Ford E-150E-150 | Subaru LegacyLegacy Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | 3 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 6 | None reported (best) |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Ford E-150 | Subaru Legacy |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | E-150 $28,600 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Legacy Sedan $26,810 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | E-150 $29,815 MSRP | Premium $29,110 MSRP |
| 3 | E-150 XL $30,230 MSRP | Limited $35,920 MSRP |
| 4 | E-150 XLT $32,675 MSRP | Sport $36,410 MSRP |
| 5 | — | Touring XT $40,110 MSRP |
Ford E-150 vs Subaru Legacy FAQ
- Which is better: 2014 Ford E-150 or 2025 Subaru Legacy?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2014 Ford E-150 vs 2025 Subaru Legacy on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2014 Ford E-150 or 2025 Subaru Legacy?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2025 Subaru Legacy starts lower at $26,810.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2014 Ford E-150 or 2025 Subaru Legacy?
- The 2025 Subaru Legacy leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (26,810).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2014 Ford E-150 or 2025 Subaru Legacy?
- The 2025 Subaru Legacy leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (30).
- Which has better horsepower: 2014 Ford E-150 or 2025 Subaru Legacy?
- The 2025 Subaru Legacy leads on horsepower in this comparison (260).
- Which has better seats: 2014 Ford E-150 or 2025 Subaru Legacy?
- The 2014 Ford E-150 leads on seats in this comparison (8).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2014 Ford E-150 or 2025 Subaru Legacy?
- The 2014 Ford E-150 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (7,500).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2014 Ford E-150 vs 2025 Subaru Legacy?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Subaru Legacy (5/5 NHTSA overall).