2007 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Colorado.
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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Colorado. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2007 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2007 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Colorado | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Colorado | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
