2007 Pontiac G6 vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Pontiac G6 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2007 Pontiac G6. (169 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 Pontiac G6.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Pontiac G6. 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (304 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Pontiac G6. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Pontiac G6 | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
| Model | G6 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
