2003 Peugeot 407 vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy

To start off, both 2003 Peugeot 407 and 2003 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 80 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 407. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Peugeot 407. 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 (304 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (163 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2003 Peugeot 407 has manual transmission. 2003 Peugeot 407 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:

2003 Peugeot 407 2003 Subaru Legacy
Make Peugeot Subaru
Model 407 Legacy
Year Released 2003 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1749 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 113 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 163 Nm 304 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.7 mm 89.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.4 mm 80 mm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1400 kg 1480 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 64 L