2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (241 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 65 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 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Subaru Legacy | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Legacy | Legacy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.6 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |