2008 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 5 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 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (228 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 410 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
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, both vehicles can yield 297 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Captiva | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Captiva | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
