2007 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 4 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (187 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 610 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
| Model | Vanquish | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
