2003 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy

To start off, both 2003 Chrysler Voyager and 2003 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler Voyager. (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 195 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.

Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chrysler Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Voyager. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Voyager. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2003 Chrysler Voyager has manual transmission. 2003 Chrysler Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Chrysler Voyager 2003 Subaru Legacy
Make Chrysler Subaru
Model Voyager Legacy
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type Minivan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2399 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 139 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 218 Nm 297 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.5 mm 89.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 101 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.7:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 1555 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 64 L


 

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