2003 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1996 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 163 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Because 1996 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Chevrolet Cavalier (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1996 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Cavalier | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
