2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (145 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 135 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis. 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 Toyota Avensis. 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 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
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2005 Subaru Legacy | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Legacy | Avensis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1295 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |