2008 Toyota Tazz vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tazz 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 402 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tazz.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Tazz. 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 (188 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Tazz. (104 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Tazz. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Tazz has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Tazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Tazz | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Toyota | Subaru |
| Model | Tazz | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 137 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
