2003 Subaru R2 vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru R2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru R2 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 560 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Subaru R2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (58 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
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2003 Subaru R2 | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | R2 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 657 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 56 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 64 L |