2003 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (217 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 722 kg more than 2001 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Tahoe | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2262 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |
