1997 Buick LeSabre vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1997 Buick LeSabre. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Buick LeSabre. 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, 1997 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick LeSabre | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | LeSabre | Legacy |
Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |