2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (250 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 989 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.

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 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (340 Nm). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Land Rover Range Rover 2005 Subaru Legacy
Make Land Rover Subaru
Model Range Rover Legacy
Year Released 2003 2005
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4396 cc 2458 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 282 HP 250 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 440 Nm 340 Nm
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 100 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.7 mm 79 mm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2515 kg 1526 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 2200 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1870 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 18.1 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 64 L


 

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