2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 603 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Jeep Patriot. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2009 Jeep Patriot has manual transmission. 2009 Jeep Patriot 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 Jeep Patriot | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Jeep | Subaru |
Model | Patriot | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 64 L |