2004 Saturn ION vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Saturn ION 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saturn ION (141 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (137 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 82 kg more than 2004 Saturn ION.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Saturn ION. 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 Saturn ION (197 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (186 Nm). This means 2004 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Saturn ION | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Saturn | Subaru |
| Model | ION | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 137 HP |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
