2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2007 Acura CSX
To start off, 2007 Acura CSX is newer by 4 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (162 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Acura CSX. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura CSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 57 kg more than 2007 Acura CSX. 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 2007 Acura CSX. 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 (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura CSX. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura CSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Legacy | 2007 Acura CSX | |
| Make | Subaru | Acura |
| Model | Legacy | CSX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.7 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
