2001 Subaru Legacy vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Legacy (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 Rover 75. (175 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 4 kg more than 2006 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Subaru Legacy (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Subaru Legacy | 2006 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Subaru | Rover |
| Model | Legacy | 75 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
