2007 Subaru Outback vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Outback 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. Both 2007 Subaru Outback and 2003 Subaru Legacy are equipped with a 2,457 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Outback (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (162 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Outback weights approximately 196 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 Outback (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy. 2007 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 2003 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2003 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Subaru Outback | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Outback | Legacy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |