2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2009 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2009 Toyota Avensis is newer by 6 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (187 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Avensis. (145 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 44 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Avensis. 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, 2009 Toyota Avensis (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy. 2009 Toyota Avensis 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. 2009 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Legacy | 2009 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Legacy | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
