1998 Peugeot 306 vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 306. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 560 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 306. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Peugeot 306. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 306. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Peugeot 306 | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
| Model | 306 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
