2008 Infiniti M vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Infiniti M 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (162 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 132 kg more than 2008 Infiniti M.
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, 2008 Infiniti M (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Infiniti M | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Infiniti | Subaru |
Model | M | Legacy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 456 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |