2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celica is newer by 2 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 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 101 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Celica. (140 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 380 kg more than 2005 Toyota Celica. 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 2005 Toyota Celica. 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 (297 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Celica. (170 Nm). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Subaru Legacy | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Legacy | Celica |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1785 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89.3 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.3 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |