2005 Infiniti M vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (247 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 260 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy. 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 Infiniti M. 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 Infiniti M (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (304 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti M | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Infiniti | Subaru |
| Model | M | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 64 L |
