2000 Subaru Legacy vs. 2003 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2003 Subaru Impreza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Impreza (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
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 Subaru Impreza (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy. 2000 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2003 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2003 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Subaru Legacy | 2003 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Legacy | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
