2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 9 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (162 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 643 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 2012 Lexus LS. 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, 2012 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Subaru Legacy | 2012 Lexus LS | |
Make | Subaru | Lexus |
Model | Legacy | LS |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2023 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5179 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3091 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 84 L |