2007 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Saab 03-Sep 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (178 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 50 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. 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 Saab 03-Sep (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Saab 03-Sep | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Saab | Subaru |
| Model | 03-Sep | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
