2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2001 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Samurai 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 178 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 550 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. 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 Subaru Legacy (304 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2001 Suzuki Samurai has manual transmission. 2001 Suzuki Samurai 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.
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2003 Subaru Legacy | 2001 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
Model | Legacy | Samurai |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.2 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2490 mm |