1996 Peugeot Partner vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot Partner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot Partner would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (124 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot Partner. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 245 kg more than 1996 Peugeot Partner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Peugeot Partner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot Partner. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Peugeot Partner | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
| Model | Partner | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 124 HP |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
