2003 Subaru Outback vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 6 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Outback (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Outback weights approximately 5 kg more than 2009 Subaru Legacy. 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, 2003 Subaru Outback (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Outback | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Outback | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
