2002 Buick Cielo vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Buick Cielo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Buick Cielo would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Cielo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Buick Cielo. (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2002 Buick Cielo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 490 kg more than 2002 Buick Cielo. 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 2002 Buick Cielo. 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, 2002 Buick Cielo (387 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm). This means 2002 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Buick Cielo 2007 Subaru Legacy
Make Buick Subaru
Model Cielo Legacy
Year Released 2002 2007
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3800 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 241 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 387 Nm 310 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 2010 kg
Wheelbase Size 2920 mm 2680 mm


 

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