2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2003 Toyota Tundra
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 Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 162 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Subaru Legacy | 2003 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Legacy | Tundra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2455 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 298 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3270 mm |