1998 Peugeot Escapade vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot Escapade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot Escapade would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (162 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot Escapade. (75 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot Escapade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 500 kg more than 1998 Peugeot Escapade. 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 1998 Peugeot Escapade. 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 (226 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot Escapade. (205 Nm). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot Escapade. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1998 Peugeot Escapade has manual transmission. 1998 Peugeot Escapade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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