2005 Subaru Impreza vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza 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 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (242 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (227 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 91 kg more than 2005 Subaru Impreza. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (294 Nm). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Impreza | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Impreza | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 242 HP |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1399 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
