2006 SsangYong Korando vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Korando 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (162 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 465 kg more 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 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 SsangYong Korando | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | SsangYong | Subaru |
| Model | Korando | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
