2005 GMC Safari vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 2 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (256 HP) has 66 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 581 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (343 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Safari | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | GMC | Subaru |
Model | Safari | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 256 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 343 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2041 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 64 L |