2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 223 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy. 2006 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Subaru Legacy 2003 Subaru Legacy
Make Subaru Subaru
Model Legacy Legacy
Year Released 2006 2003
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1992 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 242 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 343 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 2400 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1633 kg 1410 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 64 L


 

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