2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 54 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Subaru Legacy | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Legacy | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1384 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |