2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 2003 Acura RL
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Acura RL. (225 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura RL weights approximately 117 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Acura RL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Acura RL (313 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm). This means 2003 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy. 2003 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2006 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2006 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Legacy | 2003 Acura RL | |
| Make | Subaru | Acura |
| Model | Legacy | RL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
