2004 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 1 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 193 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. 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 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. 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) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. (203 Nm). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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2004 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Cavalier | Legacy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 343 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |