2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 3 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), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (187 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Subaru Legacy | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Legacy | Impreza |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |