2001 Rover 25 vs. 2002 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2002 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rover 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rover 25 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Rover 25. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 285 kg more than 2001 Rover 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Rover 25. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 25. (95 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Rover 25 | 2002 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Rover | Subaru |
Model | 25 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1119 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62.3 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |