2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 10 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 287 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish (620 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy. 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish 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. 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Legacy | 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish | |
| Make | Subaru | Aston Martin |
| Model | Legacy | Vanquish |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1739 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2067 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1294 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 78 L |
