2002 Peugeot 307 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 176 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Peugeot 307. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (340 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 307. (147 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Peugeot 307 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
| Model | 307 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1526 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
