2005 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Sonata 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (241 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 37 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. 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 2005 Hyundai Sonata. 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (199 Nm). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Sonata | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
| Model | Sonata | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
