2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 480 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 Mitsubishi Endeavor. 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 Mitsubishi Endeavor (345 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy. 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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 Mitsubishi Endeavor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Legacy | 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | Subaru | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Legacy | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1768 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2751 mm |
