2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo 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 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Stilo. 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 (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (221 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Fiat Stilo | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Stilo | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |