2005 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Coupe 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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (187 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 48 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. 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, 2005 Hyundai Coupe (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Coupe | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
| Model | Coupe | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1408 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
