2001 Toyota Altezza 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 Toyota Altezza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Altezza would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 185 kg more than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Altezza. 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Altezza | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Toyota | Subaru |
| Model | Altezza | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
