2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2004 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2004 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (187 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Toyota RAV4. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 85 kg more than 2004 Toyota RAV4. 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 2004 Toyota RAV4. 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 (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota RAV4. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Subaru Legacy | 2004 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Legacy | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |