2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 1998 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Suzuki Swift would be higher. 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 195 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 740 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Swift. 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 1998 Suzuki Swift. 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Swift. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1998 Suzuki Swift has manual transmission. 1998 Suzuki Swift will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Legacy | 1998 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
| Model | Legacy | Swift |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2270 mm |
