2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (283 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (187 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 932 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, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Tahoe | Legacy |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5964 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2292 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |