1994 Renault Express vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Express would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1994 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 670 kg more than 1994 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Renault Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Express. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1994 Renault Express has manual transmission. 1994 Renault Express will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault Express | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Express | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2680 mm |
