2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Lexus CT
To start off, 2011 Lexus CT 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2011 Lexus CT. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus CT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 20 kg more than 2011 Lexus CT. 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 Lexus CT. 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus CT. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus CT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Legacy | 2011 Lexus CT | |
| Make | Subaru | Lexus |
| Model | Legacy | CT |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4321 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
