2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2013 GMC Sierra. (192 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 840 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 GMC Sierra. 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 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Legacy | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Subaru | GMC |
| Model | Legacy | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |
