2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2011 GMC Acadia 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (162 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Acadia weights approximately 750 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 2011 GMC Acadia. 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 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy. 2011 GMC Acadia 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. 2011 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Subaru Legacy | 2011 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Subaru | GMC |
Model | Legacy | Acadia |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 2112 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1986 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 83 L |