2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 2003 Subaru Outback
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 Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Outback (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Outback weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Outback (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Subaru Legacy | 2003 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Legacy | Outback |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |