2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 6 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 295 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 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 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, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (188 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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.
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2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
Model | V8 Vantage | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 64 L |