2003 GMC Yukon vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 GMC Yukon 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 4,820 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Yukon (260 HP) has 43 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Yukon 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.
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 Yukon (393 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (289 Nm). This means 2003 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Yukon | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Yukon | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4820 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| 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 | 1930 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |
