2003 Saturn L vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 2003 Saturn L 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 (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2003 Saturn L. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2003 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 160 kg more than 2003 Saturn L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Saturn L. 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 (304 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Saturn L. (257 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Saturn L | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Saturn | Subaru |
Model | L | Legacy |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |