2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2003 Acura RSX
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura RSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura RSX would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2003 Acura RSX. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 304 kg more than 2003 Acura RSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Acura RSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Subaru Legacy (340 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura RSX. (191 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Legacy | 2003 Acura RSX | |
| Make | Subaru | Acura |
| Model | Legacy | RSX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1526 kg | 1222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
