2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2008 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2008 Toyota Venza 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Venza. 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, 2008 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Venza 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 Venza | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Legacy | Venza |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2998 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 67 L |