2003 GMC Envoy vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,158 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Envoy weights approximately 500 kg more than 2004 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 2003 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2003 GMC Envoy | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | GMC | Subaru |
Model | Envoy | Legacy |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4158 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |