2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (162 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 858 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.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy. 2010 Chevrolet Express 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. 2010 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Legacy | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Subaru | Chevrolet |
| Model | Legacy | Express |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 117 L |
