2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (612 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (187 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 242 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 Chevrolet Corvette. 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 Chevrolet Corvette (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Corvette | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 596 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
