2002 Peugeot 807 vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 807. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 807 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 807. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 807. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.

Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Peugeot 807. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 807. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 807. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2002 Peugeot 807 has manual transmission. 2002 Peugeot 807 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Peugeot 807 2003 Subaru Legacy
Make Peugeot Subaru
Model 807 Legacy
Year Released 2002 2003
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 113 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 270 Nm 343 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.3:1 9.5:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1785 kg 1460 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2680 mm


 

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