2001 Subaru Legacy vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza

To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 6 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 59 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 240 kg more than 2007 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (186 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Subaru Legacy 2007 Subaru Impreza
Make Subaru Subaru
Model Legacy Impreza
Year Released 2001 2007
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3000 cc 1992 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer boxer
Horse Power 217 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 289 Nm 186 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89.2 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 11.0:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1300 kg
Vehicle Length 4690 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 60 L


 

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