2009 Renault Espace vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Renault Espace 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Espace (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Espace weights approximately 320 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 Renault Espace. 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 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Renault Espace | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Espace | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |