2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2003 Volvo V50
To start off, both 2003 Subaru Legacy and 2003 Volvo V50 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (241 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Volvo V50. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 55 kg more than 2003 Volvo V50. 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 Volvo V50. 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 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V50 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 Volvo V50 has manual transmission. 2003 Volvo V50 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 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | Legacy | V50 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.3 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.6 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |
