2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2003 TVR Cerbera
To start off, both 2003 Subaru Legacy and 2003 TVR Cerbera were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 448 kg more than 2003 TVR Cerbera.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 TVR Cerbera. 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 TVR Cerbera (457 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (304 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2003 TVR Cerbera has manual transmission. 2003 TVR Cerbera 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 | 2003 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Subaru | TVR |
| Model | Legacy | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 457 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
