2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 2,692 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (162 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
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, 2006 Toyota Hilux (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Hilux 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.
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2003 Subaru Legacy | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Legacy | Hilux |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2692 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |