2003 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 8,128 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (171 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1093 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.
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 Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Silverado | Legacy |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8128 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 2600 kg | 1507 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1505 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2750 mm |