2009 Subaru Outback vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (178 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Outback weights approximately 75 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 Subaru Outback (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Subaru Outback | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Outback | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |