2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2008 Renault Logan

To start off, 2008 Renault Logan is newer by 5 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 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2008 Renault Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 435 kg more than 2008 Renault Logan. 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 2008 Renault Logan. 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 (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Logan. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Logan has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Logan 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.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Subaru Legacy 2008 Renault Logan
Make Subaru Renault
Model Legacy Logan
Year Released 2003 2008
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2998 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 242 HP 86 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 297 Nm 127 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 80.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1490 kg 1055 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4250 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 50 L


 

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