1997 Rover 200 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 200 would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1997 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 528 kg more than 1997 Rover 200. 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 1997 Rover 200. 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 (339 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 200. (128 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Rover 200 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | 200 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
