2004 Scion tC vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Scion tC 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (187 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Scion tC. (158 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 Scion tC. 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 Scion tC. 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 Scion tC (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Scion tC | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Scion | Subaru |
| Model | tC | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
