2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Blackhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Blackhawk would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (171 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 126 kg more than 2013 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Buick Blackhawk (692 Nm) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (236 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Buick Blackhawk 2013 Subaru Legacy
Make Buick Subaru
Model Blackhawk Legacy
Year Released 2003 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7458 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V W
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 240 HP 171 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 692 Nm 236 Nm
Engine Bore Size 109.2 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.1 mm 90 mm
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1633 kg 1507 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4755 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 2050 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1505 mm
Wheelbase Size 3280 mm 2750 mm