2005 Subaru Forester vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (242 HP) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (166 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 62 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (297 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Subaru Forester | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Forester | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 242 HP |
Torque | 225 Nm | 297 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1408 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |