2002 Subaru Outback vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 68 kg more than 2002 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Subaru Legacy (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Subaru Outback | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Outback | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
