2003 Acura MDX vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura MDX weights approximately 530 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Acura MDX (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy. 2003 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 2005 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2005 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura MDX | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Acura | Subaru |
Model | MDX | Legacy |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |