1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (162 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 48 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. 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, 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Monte Carlo | Legacy |
Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |