2002 Subaru Legacy vs. 2003 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2003 Skoda Superb is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,769 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Skoda Superb is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Skoda Superb (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Skoda Superb weights approximately 261 kg more than 2002 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Skoda Superb. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Skoda Superb (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Legacy. 2003 Skoda Superb has automatic transmission and 2002 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2002 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Skoda Superb will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Subaru Legacy | 2003 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Subaru | Skoda |
| Model | Legacy | Superb |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2810 mm |
