2008 Subaru Legacy vs. 2003 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Crown weights approximately 59 kg more than 2008 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2008 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Toyota Crown (328 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Legacy | 2003 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Legacy | Crown |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 252 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 71 L |
