2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 2003 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 TVR Chimaera would be higher. At 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Chimaera (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 573 kg more than 2003 TVR Chimaera.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 TVR Chimaera. 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 TVR Chimaera (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Legacy | 2003 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Subaru | TVR |
| Model | Legacy | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 57 L |
