2006 BMW X3 vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 3 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (187 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2003 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, 2006 BMW X3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy. 2006 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 2003 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2003 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 BMW X3 | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | X3 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |