2001 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (162 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 246 kg more than 2001 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. 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, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2001 De Tomaso Guara | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | De Tomaso | Subaru |
Model | Guara | Legacy |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 413 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |