2001 Subaru Legacy vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Legacy (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 295 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Subaru Legacy (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis. 2001 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Subaru Legacy | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Legacy | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
