2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 2003 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Monaro would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 71 kg more than 2007 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Vauxhall Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy. 2007 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2003 Vauxhall Monaro has manual transmission. 2003 Vauxhall Monaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Subaru Legacy | 2003 Vauxhall Monaro | |
Make | Subaru | Vauxhall |
Model | Legacy | Monaro |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2800 mm |