2002 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Impala. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 75 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chevrolet Impala. 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 (304 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Impala. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Impala | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Impala | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |
