2004 Infiniti FX vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Infiniti FX 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti FX (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti FX weights approximately 490 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 Infiniti FX. 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 Infiniti FX (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (188 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy. 2004 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2003 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2003 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Infiniti FX | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Infiniti | Subaru |
| Model | FX | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 64 L |
