2004 Acura TL vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Acura TL is newer by 1 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TL (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura TL weights approximately 88 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Acura TL. 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, 2004 Acura TL (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2004 Acura TL has manual transmission. 2004 Acura TL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Acura TL | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Acura | Subaru |
Model | TL | Legacy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |