2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 378 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (304 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rendezvous | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Rendezvous | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |