2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 Saturn Outlook
To start off, 2010 Saturn Outlook 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Saturn Outlook is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saturn Outlook (281 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 35 kg more than 2010 Saturn Outlook.
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, 2010 Saturn Outlook (361 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy. 2010 Saturn Outlook 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 Saturn Outlook will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Subaru Legacy | 2010 Saturn Outlook | |
Make | Subaru | Saturn |
Model | Legacy | Outlook |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3030 mm |