2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2003 Holden Rodeo
To start off, both 2003 Subaru Legacy and 2003 Holden Rodeo were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Rodeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (187 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2003 Holden Rodeo. (145 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Rodeo.
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 Holden Rodeo (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Rodeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy. 2003 Holden Rodeo 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. 2003 Holden Rodeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Subaru Legacy | 2003 Holden Rodeo | |
Make | Subaru | Holden |
Model | Legacy | Rodeo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3060 mm |