2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 8 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Nubira. (119 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 110 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Nubira. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Nubira (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Legacy | 2011 Chevrolet Nubira | |
| Make | Subaru | Chevrolet |
| Model | Legacy | Nubira |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
