2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1238 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2009 Land Rover Defender 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:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Land Rover | Subaru |
Model | Defender | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |