2003 Chevrolet Malibu 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 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu (168 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 115 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Malibu (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Malibu | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Malibu | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2560 mm |
