2009 Lotus Evora vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Lotus Evora 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lotus Evora. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Evora. (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Evora. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2009 Lotus Evora has manual transmission. 2009 Lotus Evora 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 Lotus Evora | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Lotus | Subaru |
Model | Evora | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |