2003 Hyundai XG 350 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai XG 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai XG 350 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai XG 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai XG 350 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai XG 350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai XG 350 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Hyundai XG 350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Hyundai XG 350 (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai XG 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy. 2003 Hyundai XG 350 has automatic transmission and 2005 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2005 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Hyundai XG 350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai XG 350 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
| Model | XG 350 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
