2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (354 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1169 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.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Silverado | Legacy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 354 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2639 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6100 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |