2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (187 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 380 kg more than 2006 Toyota Yaris. 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 2006 Toyota Yaris. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Legacy | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Legacy | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 42 L |
