2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 Renault Espace
To start off, 2010 Renault Espace 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Renault Espace. (239 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Espace weights approximately 355 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Renault Espace. 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Legacy | 2010 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Subaru | Renault |
| Model | Legacy | Espace |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 83 L |
