2009 Lexus LS vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (358 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (247 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 260 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.
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 Lexus LS (466 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (304 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus LS | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Lexus | Subaru |
| Model | LS | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 358 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 466 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 64 L |
