2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, both 2003 Subaru Legacy and 2003 Mitsubishi Magna were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 125 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. 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 Mitsubishi Magna. 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 (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. 2003 Mitsubishi Magna 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 Mitsubishi Magna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Subaru Legacy | 2003 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Subaru | Mitsubishi |
Model | Legacy | Magna |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2455 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |