2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2004 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen GTI 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. (180 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 86 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Subaru Legacy (343 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. (235 Nm). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Legacy | 2004 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Legacy | GTI |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
