2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (162 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 22 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Laguna. 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 Renault Laguna (270 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Laguna | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
