2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1183 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 Yukon. 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 Yukon (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Legacy | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Subaru | GMC |
| Model | Legacy | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2673 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 117 L |
