2009 Subaru Legacy vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 10 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Legacy | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Legacy | Golf |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4775 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1535 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
