2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Volvo S80 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 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S80 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S80 weights approximately 360 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 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy. 2008 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2003 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2003 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Subaru Legacy | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Subaru | Volvo |
Model | Legacy | S80 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2840 mm |