1991 GMC Jimmy vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 GMC Jimmy (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (162 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 428 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy. 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, 1991 GMC Jimmy (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 GMC Jimmy | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Jimmy | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
