2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2002 Toyota FCHV 5

To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota FCHV 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 would be higher. At 2,981 cc, 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 weights approximately 206 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy. 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 2002 Toyota FCHV 5. 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, 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 (353 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (219 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy. 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 has automatic transmission and 2003 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2003 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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