2003 AC Cobra vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 AC Cobra would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Cobra (350 HP) has 187 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 298 kg more than 2003 AC Cobra.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 AC Cobra (400 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm). This means 2003 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy. 2006 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2003 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 2003 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Cobra | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | AC | Subaru |
| Model | Cobra | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2660 mm |
