2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2007 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2007 Subaru Outback 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Outback. (242 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Outback weights approximately 145 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
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 (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Outback. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Subaru Legacy | 2007 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Legacy | Outback |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |