2004 Peugeot 407 vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 407. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 82 kg more than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 407. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Peugeot 407 | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
Model | 407 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2228 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |