2008 Saturn Vue vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Saturn Vue 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Vue (257 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Vue weights approximately 275 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.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Saturn Vue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Subaru Legacy (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Vue. (336 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Saturn Vue | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Saturn | Subaru |
Model | Vue | Legacy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |