2003 Subaru Outback vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 80 kg more than 2003 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Outback. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Subaru Outback | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Outback | Legacy |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |