1994 Subaru Legacy vs. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (135 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 500 kg more than 1994 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, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Subaru Legacy | 2003 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Subaru | Vauxhall |
Model | Legacy | Frontera |
Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2212 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |