1997 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 407 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1997 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1997 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 146 kg more than 2010 Peugeot 407.
Because 1997 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2010 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Subaru Legacy | 2010 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Subaru | Peugeot |
| Model | Legacy | 407 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1204 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
